You’ve got conservation potential – now show it
You’ve got potential – experience helps you prove it.
In conservation, there’s no single “right” path.
Some people come through university. Some switch from other sectors. And many simply begin with a deep love for nature and a desire to make a difference.
Whatever your background, one thing makes a big difference in building a career:
Experience.
Because conservation employers want to know things like:
- Can you work effectively in a team?
- Can you adapt to changes and challenges?
- Can you put your passion, knowledge or skills into action for them?
- Can you show you have done something, rather than know about it?
Anyone can talk about making a difference.
Experience shows you already are.
No matter where you’re starting from, experience helps gives you confidence, credibility and clarity to move forward in your career, and create real-world stories that speak louder than words.
This month, we’ve handpicked four conservation experiences that help you prove your potential through action.
Could one of them be the missing piece in your conservation career?
Which one will help you turn your potential into your profession?
Explore these Conservation Experiences
PADI Divemaster and Marine Conservation Apprenticeship in Mexico
Dive into a marine conservation career by completing your PADI Coral Reef Restoration Diver Distinctive Speciality, PADI Rescue Diver, and PADI Divemaster. Join an international team of professional divers and marine biologists working to preserve the world’s second largest coral reef, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.
Prove your potential
- Participate in three months of intensive fieldwork training to become career-ready.
- Kick-start your career with a three-month work placement in a key role on base, gaining essential marine conservation research experience.
- Gain international experience, receive four recognised qualifications and get a LinkedIn reference to boost your CV.
Big Cat Conservation Research in South Africa
Explore the wild side of South Africa when you join a global team of participants to take part in big cat research. You’ll develop an understanding of these animals and improve your wildlife research skills while contributing to data collection to ensure their long-term survival.
Prove your potential
- Make a lasting contribution to the preservation of African big cats.
- Contribute to ongoing environmental projects that address critical challenges aligned to the global UN SDGs.
- Join local conservation partners and qualified professionals to ensure your efforts are highly ethical, meaningful and sustainable.
Marine Conservation Internship in Fiji
Delve into the crystal-clear depths of the ocean and discover the rich biodiversity of the South Pacific reef. You’ll support local management efforts in a locally managed marine area and contribute to conserving Fiji’s delicate coral reefs and marine ecosystems.
Prove your potential
- Earn your PADI Advanced Open Water qualification while making a positive impact.
- Conduct underwater surveys and get broad exposure to a variety of conservation fieldwork projects and training opportunities to grow your skills.
- Participate in practical training sessions to develop your leadership skills and receive guidance from experienced mentors.
Volunteering in Greece – Taking care of cats in need
Travel to magnificent Greece and help take care of cats in need in an animal sanctuary southeast of Athens! You’ll gain experience in working with animals in need and contribute to a good cause as an animal welfare volunteer.
Prove your potential
- Be involved in the daily operations of our partner’s cat sanctuary – feeding the cats, cleaning litter boxes and different areas of the shelter, taking care of the sanctuary garden, and playing with the cats.
- Join fundraising events and community work in kindergartens or schools.
- Assist with other activities, such as creating cat toys, dog toys or artwork for sale to help fund the shelter; or assisting with social media activities.
Looking for more ways to turn optimism into action and impact? Explore all our Conservation Experiences with apprenticeships, internships and volunteerships around the globe.