Intern with Sustainable Boliva and Energetica

  Bolivia

• Other Cities in Bolivia: 
Cochabamba

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Please contact us for more information

Description: Energetica seeks to improve the quality of life of rural and marginal urban populations by promoting development through the rational use of energy. At present, only 17.2% of rural families have access to energy sources. Energetica aims to change this by offering alternatives such as solar power which would cover up to 98% of a family's energy needs.
Energetica dedicates its efforts to:

- Planning and implementing projects
- Technical assistance and consulting in regards to energy
- Research and development
- Development of human resources
- Coordinating with other institutions

Energetica Projects:

All interns would be required to participate in The Inticanchay Project, which is present in ten communities within the Cochabamba department and involves the installation of solar panels and biomass kitchens. Energetica also educates the communities on the benefits and proper usage of such tools.

Other Energetica projects include:

- Researching rural energy use, rural electrification, and isolated energy systems
- Studying energy potential, environmental impact of energy use, and alternative technologies
- Generating information, training, and education of human resources
- Developing management strategies

Highlights: Our primary objective is to provide Bolivian organizations with much needed human and financial resources while providing international travelers, students and professionals the opportunity to gain practical work experience through internships and volunteer opportunities in Bolivia.

For all individuals wishing to donate their time, Sustainable Bolivia offers free airport pick up, free orientation and city map, as well as 24 hour staff support. Additionally we provide low cost Spanish or Quechua language lessons, free internet access, unlimited free calls to US and select European landlines, family stay opportunities, private or shared accommodations and reduced travel prices to one of our sustainable ecotourism destinations. We also organize optional social and cultural activities in the evening and on weekends.

Qualifications:

- Beginner Spanish
- Interest in energy development and environmental conservation
- Willingness to work in rural locations
- Minimum commitment of 3 months

Cost in US$: 550

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Bolivia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

Sustainable Bolivia's Mission Statement: Sustainable Bolivia is a developmental institution headquartered in Cochabamba, Bolivia. With projects in the Andean highlands and the Amazonian lowlands, our primary objective is to assist local communities in the development of environmentally, socially and fiscally sustainable ecotourism programs. Through the promotion of sustainable tourism, language studies and volunteer placement, our mission is to provide the conscientious traveler a way to experience the immense natural and cultural wealth of Bolivia in a way that is non-intrusive and environmentally, socially and fiscally sustainable.