Merida Yucatan Conservation Program
Mexico Volunteer Placement
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- Full-time volunteer
- Internship
- Part-time volunteer
- Volunteer Only
This is a government organization that works for the conservation of the Yucatan peninsula. The organization promotes protection, conservation and education relating to natural resources and the environment. It supports and conducts research in various environmental and wildlife areas.
Your daily tasks will be assigned after meeting with the staff on-site. Volunteers assist with office work such as research, translations, filing and other basic needs. Volunteers also spend time in the field helping with data collection, maintenance and assisting the scientists. Specific project information constantly changes depending on the season and current funding.
Work Schedule: Varies. Usually 6 days/week.
Location of Placements: Yucatan
Lodging: Homestay during classes. Volunteer lodging during placement.
Requirements:
- Minimum age: 21 years.
- Minimum commitment: 4 weeks.
- Minimum Spanish level: High-Intermediate
- Related experience and interest.
- Experience with basic living conditions
Important Things to Consider:
- At least one week of language classes are recommended, in order to meet with the on-site staff.
Other Comments:
The maximum number of volunteers that this organization accepts is 5.
(note: that we don’t know if positions are available until you apply).
Program Fees:
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