Coastal Conservation Professional Apprenticeship in Thailand

Train for a purpose-led career restoring Thailand’s coastal habitats

Popular program.
Limited availability.
Durations: 24 weeks
Fieldwork hours50 hrs of fieldwork per week
Participant ratio1:6 staff to participant ratio
GVI experiencesIncludes GVI Experiences
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Program information

Train for a purpose-led career in conservation through hands-on fieldwork and a professional placement in coastal Thailand. Based in Trang, you’ll contribute to marine ecosystem monitoring and habitat restoration – from coral and seagrass surveys to mangrove mapping. Over 24 weeks, you’ll gain practical experience and receive career coaching while helping protect one of Southeast Asia’s most biodiverse coastal regions.

Included in your program, at no extra cost.

Make the most of our unique programs with these exclusively curated local adventure and wellness experiences.

Offered once a month, expand your adventure with GVI Experiences. These are just some of the activities offered on your program!
Learn to make traditional Thai food
Visit a Buddhist temple
Swim in a healing hot spring
Master Muay Thai self-defence techniques
Explore offshore islands
Hike to waterfall
Support sustainability through recycled art
Enjoy a Meditation and Hatha/Yin Yoga class
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