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EcoSwell

EcoSwell

EcoSwell is a sustainability-focused non-profit offering programmes in NGO management, renewable energy, ecosystem restoration, and public health. EcoSwell provides a unique setting for students to drive meaningful change and grow professionally in a vibrant coastal environment.

Type of experience: Volunteer internships, experiential learning

Study level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate

Duration: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks

Format: In-person

Where: Peru

Three Ecoswell interns carrying surfboards across a beach as the sun rises

Cost

Ecoswell is a non-profit organisation, meaning student financial contributions go towards running costs of the programmes. The cost includes accommodation and food amongst other aspects. 

Programme options

  • Archaeology and cultural heritage
  • Renewable energy
  • Water and sanitation
  • Reforestation & ecosystem restoration
  • Research and monitoring
  • Public health

Accommodation 

EcoSwell's beach-house offers shared bedrooms and bathrooms (depending on how many volunteers are around). Access to a fully equipped kitchen and outdoor areas to socialise and relax. Projects may be in rural areas, so while the accommodation offers clean water, electricity & internet, there can sometimes be outages. 

Experience overview

Days start with an optional morning swim, surf or walk before breakfast! Interns work on their projects until 5pm, after which is free time for exploring. You can view an example of an itinerary here.