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Coastal Conservation Internship

location
2 - 12 settimane  ·  Età 18 - 50+
rating  Brillante 4.7  · 
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Progetto di altissima qualità. Questo progetto offre la massima qualità che stabilisce standard - molto al di sopra della media.

Punti Salienti

  • Collect data and raise awareness about endangered sea turtles, coastal bird life, plastic pollution and environmental education.
  • Live in Phang Nga province, a coastal area known for its dramatic beauty, mangroves, limestone cliffs and white-sand beaches.
  • Learn how to identify species and conduct surveys. Collect data to build a database of terrestrial and marine species in Phang Nga.
  • Work at The Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Centre, assisting with animal care, morphology studies and tank maintenance.
  • Meet weekly with fellow interns and an experienced mentor for project guidance and leadership style feedback.

Particolarmente adatto per

Età 18+
Singoli
Coppie
Famiglie
Gruppi
50+

Sul programma

Kick-start your career in conservation by completing this internship in Southern Thailand. Live in the small coastal village of Ban Nam Khem.

Based in Southern Thailand, this coastal conservation internship combines international development with community engagement, addressing real-time conservation needs alongside The Royal Thai Navy. Engage in sea turtle conservation, beach cleanups and island conservation. Join activities like ...

Sul programma

Based in Southern Thailand, this coastal conservation internship combines international development with community engagement, addressing real-time conservation needs alongside The Royal Thai Navy. Engage in sea turtle conservation, beach cleanups and island conservation. Join activities like coastal and marine research, fieldwork training, turtle conservation and community outreach. Develop leadership skills through training and personal projects, receiving mentorship to excel in the competitive conservation field and make a meaningful impact on Thailand's biodiversity.

You’ll live and work in Ban Nam Khem, a village in Southern Thailand’s Phang Nga province. The area features varied landscapes, from mangroves to pristine white-sand beaches. Phang Nga stands out with its limestone cliffs and scenic coastlines, making it a unique place for your experience.

Giornata tipica

From sea turtle conservation to beach cleanups, your days are packed with impactful projects. Enjoy delicious meals, reflect on your efforts, and end the day with fun activities or chilling out with your fellow participants. 
Example of a typical day:
07:00 Breakfast is enjoyed as a team.
08:00 Assist ...

Giornata tipica

From sea turtle conservation to beach cleanups, your days are packed with impactful projects. Enjoy delicious meals, reflect on your efforts, and end the day with fun activities or chilling out with your fellow participants. 
Example of a typical day:
07:00 Breakfast is enjoyed as a team.
08:00 Assist local partners in conservation projects, from sea turtles and beach cleans to biodiversity surveys.
12:00 Lunch at a local spot, whether on a project or at base, as per your schedule.
13:00 Continue with project work or analyse collected data.
17:00 Return to base where you can relax and enjoy some free time.
18:00 Sit down with your group to enjoy a delicious Thai or Burmese meal prepared by a local cook.
19:00 Join a reflective session, discussing the day's work and its impact on the environment and community.
20:00 Time to socialise, enjoy presentations, or simply hang out with fellow participants.

Attività del tempo libero

Explore a variety of options during your downtime. Consider island experiences like Similan and Surin for exceptional diving and snorkelling. Alternatively, Phi Phi Islands offer year-round appeal, known for unique limestone cliffs at Viking Cave. If you fancy vibrant beaches and dining, check out ...

Attività del tempo libero

Explore a variety of options during your downtime. Consider island experiences like Similan and Surin for exceptional diving and snorkelling. Alternatively, Phi Phi Islands offer year-round appeal, known for unique limestone cliffs at Viking Cave. If you fancy vibrant beaches and dining, check out Khao Lak, a tourist hotspot with expansive coastlines and tranquil spas. For jungle adventures, Khao Sok National Park provides diverse wildlife and the ancient Cheow Larn Lake for jungle treks and kayaking. Explore Krabi Province, popular Phuket, enchanting Railay Beach or the iconic Phang Nga Bay. Experience the mountainous landscapes of Chiang Mai or the lively atmosphere of Bangkok with temples, the Grand Palace and bustling markets. 

Every four weeks, you can enjoy cultural immersion through GVI Experiences. These are included in your program at no extra cost.

Examples of activities may include: 

  • Learn to make traditional Thai and Burmese food.
  • Visit the Buddhist temples of Takuapa.
  • Practise a traditional Thai warrior massage.
  • Master Muay Thai self-defence techniques.
  • Raft along the Sok River.
  • Hike to hidden waterfalls.
  • Visit an untouched mangrove island. 
  • Sleep in a floating river bungalow.

Requisiti

Requisiti

Età minima: 18 anni

Per partecipare al programma è necessario avere almeno 18 anni alla data di inizio del programma. Potrebbero esserci delle esenzioni se si è in grado di fornire il permesso del proprio tutore legale o se si è accompagnati dai propri genitori.

Competenze linguistiche

È necessario parlare di Inglese (livello base)

Controllo dei precedenti penali

necessario

Documenti necessari

Medical Form and Passport Copy

Restrizioni sulla nazionalità

Nessuna restrizione. Gli aiuti da tutto il mondo sono benvenuti.

Altre competenze

No specific skills required, all training is provided online 8 weeks prior to program start through self-paced training materials.

Impegno di tempo

Il vostro aiuto sarà richiesto lunedì, martedì, mercoledì, giovedì e venerdì

Servizi inclusi

Servizi inclusi

Servizi per GVI

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • 24-hour emergency desk
  • 24-hour in-country support
  • Access to alumni services and discounts
  • Airport pickup (unless otherwise stated)

  • All necessary project equipment and materials
  • All necessary project training by experienced staff
  • Location orientation
  • Long term experienced staff
  • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long-term internships)
  • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
  • Welcome meeting
  • 2 sessions with a career mentor 
  • Online courses endorsed by University of Richmond in the United States

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Additional drinks and gratuities
  • COVID-19: Health and Hygiene Fee
  • Extra local excursions
  • Flights
  • International and domestic airport taxes
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Personal items and toiletries
  • Personal kit
  • Police or background check
  • Visa costs (where necessary)

Prelievo dall'aeroporto a Phuket International Airport

Airport pickups can be arranged from 12:00 AM - 06:00 PM the day before your start date, please request this from the GVI office. 

From Phuket Airport you can find several hotels that are within a 5-minute walking distance. Our recommended hotel, Phuket Airport Place offers free airport pickups that you need to book at the time of booking the room. Please note that GVI will not be able to provide transport if you book in Central Phuket, Phuket Town or Patong Beach. Please stay near the meeting point which is near the airport.

Alloggio

Your accommodation, a comfortable dorm-style setup, is conveniently located just ten minutes from the beach and fifteen minutes from the village centre, offering daily access to local markets and shops. For those preferring more privacy, an upgrade to a nearby guest house is available, providing double beds, air conditioning and a workspace.

Cibo e Bevande

Get ready to enjoy the flavours of authentic Southern Thai cuisine during your program. Local cooks prepare Thai and Burmese lunches and dinners from Sunday to Thursday, adjusting spice levels to your liking. Fridays and Saturdays offer options to cook on base, order from local restaurants or dine out (at your expense). Dietary needs are easily accommodated – simply inform your support coordinator.

Accesso a Internet

Buon accesso al sito del progetto

Cosa NON è incluso?

Cosa NON è incluso?

Biglietti aerei

L'aeroporto più vicino è Phuket International Airport (HKT) a Phuket. Vi aiutiamo a trovare voli economici per Thailandia. TROVARE VOLI ECONOMICI

Assicurazione di viaggio

Andare all'estero è un'avventura ed è sempre meglio essere preparati. Malattia o infortunio improvviso, annullamento o furto: un'assicurazione di viaggio per Thailandia offre sicurezza ed è un vantaggio da avere. OTTENERE UN PREZZO

Vaccini

Se avete intenzione di fare volontariato a Thailandia dovete chiedere un parere medico prima di iniziare il vostro viaggio sociale. Controllare le vaccinazioni richieste per Thailandia. CHECKER PER I VACCINI

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Disponibilità
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Tariffe del programma

2 settimane (soggiorno min.) 3.145€
4 settimane 4.045€
6 settimane 4.945€
8 settimane 5.845€
10 settimane 6.795€
12 settimane (soggiorno max.) 7.645€
Tariffe medie 1.104€/settimana

Tariffe del programma

1.104€ tariffe settimanali 2 - 12 settimane Età 18 - 50+

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Durata

2 - 12 settimane

Deposito

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Pagamento Finale

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Brillante 4.7 rating (193 recensioni)

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Sul progetto

GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

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Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

193 recensioni · rating4.7

Madeleine Lawrence rating4.8

2023 at Coastal Conservation Internship

I felt like it would be a life-altering experience going to Thailand for four weeks with GVI, and I was so completely right. Meeting volunteers from all sorts of backgrounds was so enriching and the friendships formed were so touching. The staff were all so caring and energetic, I felt inspired and ...
Camila Castellanos rating5

2020 at Coastal Conservation Internship

To be part of GVI on a volunteer program is the most beautiful way to know the world. To know different cultures, to be aware about the problems that humanity faces and to be part of the solution. Is your grain of sand for change the world with your actions. Travel with purpose, learning, living. ..
Rebecca Suter rating5

2024 at Empowerment of Women Internship

GVI Ghana has been absolutely incredible. The staff are so amazing at what they do and have an amazing balance between professional and friendly. It really feels like you are part of a family and the atmosphere on base makes you really feel at home. The work itself has been so rewarding. The ...
Mary Christensen rating5

2024 at Community Development Internship

GVI is a passionate organization that works diligently to promote life long learners and explorers. As an intern with GVI, I was able to explore the culture of my country of choice, serve a purpose greater than myself, and meet friends all around the world. I highly recommend this program to anyone ...
Pam Parkes rating5

2024 at Women's Empowerment Internship

I really enjoyed my recent trip to Siem Reap. The accommodation was very good, I upgraded to a single room with aircon and en-suite and had a fabulous room overlooking the pool. Food was excellent with plenty of choice, both in the guest house and local restaurants where we ate in the evenings ...
The GVI internships were amazing. I had the opportunity to learn and apply some new skills to real world partners that desperately needed help. So as well as building connections, earning a certificate, having fun, learning new skills, you will also make a difference to an organisation. I thoroughly ...

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