LOCATION:
Tropical humid lowlands of Northeastern Costa Rica.

DESCRIPTION:
Assist team of conservation biologists researching migration and foraging habits of the endangered Great Green Macaw (Ara ambigua) in northern Costa Rica. Learn field research and radio telemetry techniques, GIS and other conservation methodology.

PROJECT:
We need people able to endure mud, rain, heat, cattle pastures, long hours on ATVs and rustic small town lifestyle in exchange for the fulfillment of participating in an applied conservation project.

WHEN:
Year-round Commitment: We ask for a 3 month commitment in return for room, board and training.

SKILLS:
Basic Spanish and interest in community outreach imperative.

LOGISTICS:
Interns will stay in a private house with facilities for cooking, working and living.

EQUIPMENT:
Appropriate clothing for the tropics, and volunteer's personal medical equipment is required.

CONTACT:
Send resume and letter of interest to:
rivera@vida.org
subject line: macaw intern
Or mail to:
199-2120
Green Macaw Project
San Jose, Costa Rica Central America

Need based travel assistance available for Latin American applicants within Latin America.

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