Environmental Conservation and Policy, Central and South America

Environmental Conservation and Policy in Central and South America: 

Argentina:

In the wake of the 2001 crisis, many Argentineans saw their standard of living drastically decline. This increased the need for appropriate technology projects, which provide communities with low cost, sustainable, culturally appropriate technology solutions, increasing the standard of living. Click here to learn more about Appropriate Technology in Salta, Argentina>>

Nicaragua:

As both the largest country in Central America and the least populated, Nicaragua has the opportunity to enforce environmental protection laws and conserve a relatively large amount of natural resources. However, a variety of forces, such as the conversion of forests to agricultural land and substantial logging, are having a severe environmental impact and are the driving forces of deforestation and rapidly increasing pollution. Click here to learn more about Environmental Conservation and Policy in Ciudad Sandino, Nicaragua>>

Bolivia:

Overuse of natural capital to meet short-term economic needs along with population pressures has left the country depleted of resources that traditionally supported the vast majority of its citizens. Unfortunately, large scale, top down projects funded by large development agencies typically fail at addressing these issues and targeting areas most in need. Click here to learn more about Environmental Conservation and Policy in Cochabamba, Bolivia>>

What FSD is Doing: FSD invests in dozens of grassroots partners who are working on the frontlines 365 days a year to improve the livelihood of youth throughout Africa, India and South America.

One of the key ways we support our partners is through FSD's Intern Abroad Program. This program is designed for students and young professionals seeking to build their knowledge and skill sets in grassroots International Development. Our goal is to provide local partners with the key resources they need and Interns with an immersive, high quality learning experience that allows them to contribute meaningfully to new and ongoing projects.

Read more about FSD's model and programs that support community-based development around the world at FSD.

Responsibilities:

As an FSD Intern in Central or South America, you will...

• Work side-by-side with a NGO specializing in your specific area of interest related to environmental conservation and policy.
• Receive training essential to sustainable development, such as: community asset mapping, collaborative project design, and project evaluation.
• Gain grantwriting and project management experience through providing strategic, hands-on support to critical projects in partnership with your local NGO.
• Access the FSD Alumni Network to connect with like-minded individuals who help one another reach their academic and professional goals.

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Click here to begin your application.