We are currently recruiting photography interns to capture beautiful photos of our work and hone their skills.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Do you want to capture beautiful images while enjoying the lively and unique town of Pai? We are a small organization with big goals, and we’re looking for incredible interns to help us achieve them!
Photography Internship DescriptionCNF is seeking an experienced photographer and/or videographer to help promote our conservation and reforestation efforts. You will work closely with other interns and professionals to capture the ecotourism experience, wildlife conservation, and the impact of reforestation. We are looking for a creative, hardworking, self-motivated individual passionate about environmental conservation, ecotourism, and capturing beautiful imagery. No professional experience is required; we are open to hobby photographers or individuals interested in improving their portfolios.
- Responsibilities Include:
- Capturing the progress of reforestation in the demonstration forest.
- Curating photographs and videos for Instagram, Facebook, and other social media platforms.
- Photographing natural and cultural events in and around the town of Pai.
- Photographing daily ecotourism activities on the conservation site.
- Requirements:
- Expertise using DSLR equipment for photography or film.
- Professional experience in Photoshop and Lightroom or Premiere and Final Cut Pro.
- Be willing to trek into distant jungle areas to photograph and video all manner of wildlife.
- A positive attitude and an adventurous spirit.
- Must be positive and professional.
Why Intern With Conserve Natural Forests?
CNF stands out amongst other international internships because it allows for each intern to find their niche while working and living in Thailand. Unlike traditional internships that stress a 9-5 lifestyle in an office setting and give little room for creative thought and flexibility, CNF gives interns the freedom to be creative in their own light, thus benefiting the organization while also developing their own personal skillset.
There is a range of experts on the team that can act as either supervisors or mentors. We emphasize teamwork, effective communication, and collaboration. Due to the small nature of our organization, these skills are critical for the success of the operation and making sure things move along smoothly. If you are interested in wildlife and environmental sustainability projects while also exploring and discovering a new culture and way of life, please apply for one of these internship options! If you are interested in making a difference on an international scale, and connecting with other young, spirited individuals from around the globe, then look no further!
Daily activities will vary depending on your internship focus area, season, local events, and other factors. A typical day for an environmental conservation intern might look like:
- 8:00-9:00 am- Eat a delicious breakfast prepared by our Thai staff and enjoy a beautiful 10-minute drive to the project site (motorbike provided).
- 9:00-10:00 am- Meet with staff and discuss daily activities, necessary support, or anything else interns need to tackle their projects!
- 10:00 am-12:00 pm- Work on individual or group projects, which might include maintaining the nursery, collecting materials for building projects, collecting data for research, and more.
- 12:00-1:00 pm- Enjoy another delectable meal of Thai delicacies prepared by our on-site chefs while the whole team rests and takes a well-deserved break.
- 1:00- 1:30 pm- Prepare for afternoon activities. Interns might assist staff with Ecotours to educate visitors about our mission, head to the office to conduct online research for projects, or continue working on site
- 1:30- 5:00 pm- Assist staff with the afternoon Ecotour, where guests come to learn about our reforestation and wildlife conservation work, including following Kamee, our resident Asian elephant, as she roams the project site and forages on her favorite foods. If not helping with the Ecotour, interns can use this time to work on their individual or group projects either on-site or at the office.
- 5:00- 6:00 pm- Enjoy another wonderful meal together with your fellow interns.
- 6:00 pm onward- Make plans to explore the beautiful town of Pai along with interns and friends, from the lively walking street to local venues with live music.
Pai is known for its vibrant community of locals and ex-pats, a lively walking street with food vendors and crafts, delicious restaurants with Thai and western cuisines, and consistent live music almost every night. Beyond Pai center, the surrounding area is full of fun adventures, like tubing down the Pai river, chasing cascading waterfalls, bubbling hot springs, gorgeous sunset spots, ziplining, mountain biking and ATVs, training traditional Muay Thai Boxing, and more.
Pai is also located along the Mae Hong Son loop, a circular route encapsulating Chiang Mai, Pai, and Mae Hong Son. Many tourists embark on this gorgeous drive via motorbike, with countless opportunities to visit scenic villages and landmarks in Northern Thailand.