Ethical animal care and applied learning opportunities for students in veterinary and animal sciences
GoEco collaborates with universities and veterinary schools worldwide to provide structured, ethical, and academically relevant field experiences for students of veterinary medicine, animal science, and related disciplines.
Our programs offer practical exposure to clinical and husbandry work in wildlife sanctuaries, rescue centers, and community clinics, all under professional supervision and established welfare protocols.
Each placement emphasizes responsible learning, cultural awareness, and skills development in animal care, observation, and applied veterinary techniques.
🎓 For Universities and Veterinary Programs
- Academic coordinators and faculty can work with GoEco to:
- Arrange individual placements or faculty-led group trips.
- Integrate short-term field experiences into existing curricula.
- Host a live or virtual information session/webinar for students.
- Access documentation for risk management and institutional approval (project briefs, safety protocols, references).
Explore collaboration opportunities:
- Schedule a Call with Our Academic Team
- Request a Student Webinar: [email protected]
👩⚕️For Students
- Supervised exposure to animal care environments (wildlife and companion animals).
- Opportunities to observe clinical and rehabilitation work where appropriate.
- Experience in welfare practices, enrichment, and husbandry.
- Growth in teamwork, communication, and cross-cultural skills.
- Pre-departure guidance and 24/7 in-country support.
Program Framework
- Duration: 2–12 weeks (flexible start dates, year-round).
- Focus Areas: Clinical observation, rehabilitation, husbandry, conservation management, community outreach.
- Supervision: Coordinated by local veterinarians or qualified animal-care professionals.
- Participant Profile: Pre-vet and vet students, animal-science undergraduates, recent graduates.
- Learning Environment: English-language placements emphasizing experiential learning and professional conduct.
Note: Clinical exposure varies by animal caseload, seasonality, and welfare priorities; husbandry and welfare tasks are core components of all placements.
Representative Programs:
Zimbabwe – African Wildlife Orphanage (Pre-Vet Focus)
Long-established sanctuary providing care for orphaned and injured wildlife. Participants assist with daily husbandry, health monitoring, and selected veterinary procedures under supervision.
Location: Bulawayo | Duration: 2–12 weeks | Age: 18 +
Accommodation & Support: Shared cabins, meals, airport transfers, orientation, and 24-hour local coordination.
Optional academic upgrade: Diploma in International Volunteering (Wildlife Conservation Focus).
Costa Rica – Sloth & Wildlife Rescue Center
Exposure to wildlife rehabilitation practices in a government-licensed rescue facility. Students assist with feeding, enrichment, and observation, with opportunities to shadow veterinary procedures as available.
Location: Alajuela | Duration: 2–12 weeks | Age: 18 +
Accommodation & Support: Shared housing, meals, airport pickup, and on-site orientation.
Sri Lanka – Dog Care & Veterinary Assistance
Placement at a large-scale dog sanctuary focusing on rehabilitation and preventive care. Participants assist with wound management, physiotherapy, and community outreach.
Location: Galle region | Duration: 1–16 weeks | Age: 18 +
Accommodation & Support: Shared volunteer housing, meals, airport transfers, and guidance from an experienced local team.
Veterinary Internship Upgrade available for advanced students.
South Africa – Pre-Vet Wildlife Internship
Rotational internship across small-animal, large-animal, and wildlife units. Activities may include pregnancy testing, vaccination campaigns, and seasonal game captures.
Location: Chintsa | Duration: 2–12 weeks | Age: 18–50
Accommodation & Support: Farmhouse or lodge accommodation, meals, transfers, and ongoing supervision.
Malawi – Wildlife Rescue Center Veterinary Internship
Clinical and husbandry training at a national wildlife rescue facility. Interns assist with diagnostics, parasite management, sedation monitoring, and rehabilitation planning.
Location: Lilongwe | Duration: 2–12 weeks | Age: 18 +
Accommodation & Support: On-site shared housing, vegetarian meals, airport transfers, and GoEco support.
Academic Partnership Options
- Independent placements (rolling admissions).
- Faculty-led programs (custom dates, group logistics).
- Guest webinars/presentations for cohorts or societies.
- Institutional documentation (risk management, project briefs, safety protocols).
For more information:
- Schedule a Call with Our Academic Team
- Request a Student Webinar: [email protected]
