Primate Behaviour Research Internship with Black-&-Gold Howler Monkeys
- Paraguay
About Program
Our internship program provides young biologists an opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the field, gaining hands-on experience running a research project of their own design. With its basis in the town of Pilar, the centre of the Ñeembucú Wetland System, our research station offers an incredible opportunity to study the black-&-gold howler monkeys in a variety of different habitats, from riparian forests to the city parks.
Para La Tierra is interested in understanding how the primates are affected by the urban environment of the city of Pilar, and what can be done to better protect the animals from the negative effects of the near constant human-wildlife interaction. The focus of the study will be completely defined by the intern’s own interests. The wildlife conservation internship program is designed to give young scientists the opportunity to take control of every step of a scientific project. From conception to completion, our interns are in the driver seat!
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Program Highlights
- Gain valuable experience to get you kicked start on your future career path in wildlife research and conservation.
- Raise awareness for conservation and science in one of the most endangered habitats of the world.
- Live and work with like-minded people from all over the world, making lifelong friends and invaluable connections.
- Experience the satisfying feeling of committing your work to a good cause whilst gaining insight into a new culture.
- Work in the quaint city of Pilar, with lots of opportunities to experience the friendly and easy-going Paraguayan lifestyle.
