Veterinarian internship
Veterinarian and animal caretaker students has the chance to work with veterinarians in Ecuador to see and learn how they work.
They have the option to work with ether smaller animals like cats, dogs, birds and other pets or they can work with bigger animals like cows and horses.
Participants that choose to work with smaller animals will work in a small clinic together with the veterinarian but as he also is one of the best veterinarians on wild domestic animals they have the chance to accompany him when he travels around to different rescue centers to look after the animals. This is a great chance for anybody that wants to learn more about the wild animals in Ecuador.
Exactly what the participants will do also depends on their Spanish level and their knowledge/education. They might help and assist in many things like taking vital signs, take blood samples, do minor suturing, give vaccinations, give medicines, remove stitches, help castrating cats and dogs etc.
Participants that prefers bigger animals will work together with the veterinarian and travel around in the surroundings with him to the ranches or haciendas to take cake of the animals.
This program is suitable to pre-vet students, vet students or animal caretaker students but depending on experience we also accept people that just wants to help. Another option for participants interested in working with animals is to work any of our rescue centers.
Accommodation
Participants will live in a host family located in central Quito and they will take local transportation to get to the veterinarian and the clinic. Local buses cost 25 cent one way and the ride takes up to 30 minutes.
The host family provides 3 meals per day but if the participant cant get home for lunch due to work they will get a lunch box if possible, otherwise they have to buy their lunch in a restaurant they find.
Location
QuitoSanta Cruz, Galapagos Islands
Requirements
Intermediate Spanish recommended.
CV or RESUME.
Interest in working with people and animals.
Experience of education to work with animals.
Open-mindedness to work and live in a different culture.