We are seeking interns for 2-16 weeks to assist in our conservation and research efforts for 2024.
Intern duties include data collection on our observational behavior studies (see below), monitoring camera traps, consolidating reports, beach clean-ups, and other miscellaneous duties. The position is supplemented with field training basics in wildlife track and sign, bush survival skills, and ethical wildlife approach methods.
In 2024 we are focusing on:
- Ecology of white rhinoceros in Fynbos (conducted through non-invasive, observational research) focuses on spatial patterns, social behavior, and condition monitoring for management purposes in closed systems
- Population ecology of novel brown hyaena (Parahyaena brunnea) occurrence in Fynbos stemming from the recent discovery of brown hyaena presence in an extirpated area of their historical range (Hall, A. and Thatcher, H., 2021. A confirmed sighting of brown hyaena, Parahyaena brunnea (Thunburg, 1820) in an extirpated area of the Western Cape, South Africa. African Journal of Ecology, 59(4), pp.1047-1050). This work is conducted through systematic trail camera deployment.
- Bovid stress and vigilance behavior on small game reserves and the correlation with tourism activities
- Land use and biodiversity to measure the variation in meso-herbivores under different land management practices
We also acknowledge that the internship requires a fee that covers the student’s accommodation, conservation fees set by the reserves, select meals, and includes a donation to local anti-poaching units.
For more information visit our website at www.wildlife-research.com or email us directly at info@wildlife-research.com.
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