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South African National Parks Internship
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Global Vision International
3 High Street
St Albans
Herts
UNITED KINGDOM
AL3 4ED
Phone: 01727 250 250
www.gvi.co.uk

Program description:

This program provides trainees with an intensive 2 week training course in Kruger National Park that covers a vast range of topics and is delivered by industry specialists. On completion of this course trainees gain high profile work experience working on conservation and environmental education initatives in one of South Africa's 20 National Parks. Having been placed with the People and Conservation (P & C) department you will work alongside park staff and focus on the development of environmental education and community development projects aimed at integrating the local communities into conservation efforts and development programs. Although no specific experience is necessary, each park has its individual requirements and GVI will match applicants to the appropriate parks. This program is ideal for any trainee seriously considering a career in conservation.

Trainees will arrive in Johannesburg before attending a 2 week training course at Kruger National Park. After the course trainees are transferred to their allocated park, any of 20 National Parks in the country. A list of parks follows; Kruger, Table Mountain, Marakele, Golden Gate, Camdeboo, Mountain Zebra, Addo Elephant, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Wilderness, Bontebok, Agulhas, West Coast, Karoo, Namaqua, Ai-Ais/Richtersveld, Augrabies, Kgalagadi, Mapungubwe and Tankwa Karoo. The parks vary in size and the flora and fauna is very different depending on your location.



General program information:

Program open to: Everyone
Travel to site: Independent Travel
How long does the program last?: 6 Months to 1 Year
What are the dates of this program: Visit our website for upcoming start dates.

Benefits and advantages of the program:

Highlights:

  •     Live in the most spectacular locations in South Africa

  •     Learn about conservation in National Parks

  •     Two week training in Kruger National Park

  •     Five day tour of parks

  •     Working with local communities

  •     Amazing wildlife encounters

  •     Camping, hiking, bush walks and canoeing



  • Cost or price of this program:

    From £2595 for 6 months

    Application process Involves:

    Visit our website and apply on line, email your resume with a covering letter, a member of GVI staff will contact you to invite you to a selection day.

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