Archaeology Work Experience in Lima, Peru

  Peru

• Lima: 
Lima

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Semana Santa (Latin America Holy week) will be from March 26th to April 4th 2010, you may have some disruptions to the placement during this time

Description: Most of Perus rich history is proudly on show above the ground; towering over your head in the shape of well-preserved colonial architecture or ancient Inca sites perched high on knife-edge cliffs. However, there is even more to be found under our feet and armed with a spade and a keen pair of eyes you could be the first person to see it for hundreds of years. Dating back to the 5th Century, the ceremonial site of Huaca Pucllana is one of Peru's cultural wonders. The project is attempting to uncover and restore the site, but lack of funding means volunteers are needed to get busy excavating, cleaning, registering and cataloguing in order for the work to continue.

Project details:
This project was set up in 1981 by local government and the Institute of National Culture to preserve, uncover and then maintain the site of Huaca Pucllana, a 15 hectare archaeological site in Lima. Huaca Pucllana was constructed in the 5th century from adobe bricks and soon became an important ceremonial and administrative location.

Why volunteer at this project:
Volunteers are needed because the project lacks the resources to carry out all the survey and environmental education work that is necessary.

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Highlights:
* An incredible opportunity for hands-on learning about Peru's rich past
* Exploring Lima - a fascinating city with incredible food
* Practising your Spanish and enjoying the Peruvian way of life

Qualifications: What kind of skills you need to go on this type of project:
As the locals do not speak that much English, you'll get more from your experience by learning some Spanish before you start your project. You should have an interest in archaeology, and it helps if you are methodical and precise due to the nature of the work.

Your role as a volunteer:
Typical activities will include archaeological excavation, cleaning, registering and cataloguing archaeological material and teaching English to guides on an informal basis.

Please note that during summer, there will be no digs occurring due to the intense heat, it is not possible to work outside at this time.

Cost in US$: USD 1,260.00 for 3 weeks, USD 220.00 for every week thereafter

* Accommodation: Shared room in homestay
* Food: Breakfast and dinner
* Airport Pickup: Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!
* Training: In-country orientation
* Support: Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

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- advice on health, safety and culture shock
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Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Peru Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

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