Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre

Internship Opportunity: Small Mammal Trapping & Species Diversity Monitoring Are you passionate about field research, biodiversity conservation, and hands-on scientific work? The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center (BBRC) is offering an exciting internship opportunity focused on small mammal trapping and species diversity monitoring within a diverse private game reserve in South Africa. About the Internship This project is a unique opportunity to contribute to a significant research effort studying the diversity, abundance, and distribution of small mammal species. Interns will play a crucial role in helping us identify and monitor different species, contributing to a broader understanding of the ecosystem. What You’ll Be Doing Setting and checking live traps to safely capture small mammals. Recording species data including identification, measurements, and other key ecological information. Ensuring ethical handling of all animals,...

Are you a student eager to gain hands-on experience in wildlife conservation? Join our team as a Research Assistant/ Intern for our Vervet Monkey Project at the Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre. About Us: The BBRC is located on a 27,000-hectare conservation reserve with 17 different antelope species and 2 of the Big Five. Our projects encompass a diverse range of studies, including giraffe population monitoring, bird habitat research, vegetation and plant studies, as well as documenting wildflowers, butterflies, and other insects. We aim to uncover and showcase the reserve’s rich and largely understudied biodiversity. Responsibilities: Assist in fieldwork, including data collection, monitoring, and research activities. Collaborate with experienced researchers to contribute to ongoing projects. Engage in community outreach and education initiatives. Benefits: Actively involved in hands-on practical fieldwork. Experience...

Join Our Giraffe Conservation Internship: A Unique Research Opportunity! Are you an aspiring wildlife conservationist with a passion for large mammals? Our research center is excited to offer an exceptional internship opportunity focusing on giraffe conservation and parasitology on a magnificent 27,000-hectare of continuous game reserve with 17 different antelope species! Project Overview: Location: A sprawling game reserve home to diverse wildlife, including numerous giraffes. Research Focus: Contribute to vital giraffe conservation efforts by studying internal parasite loads. Investigate the differences in parasite counts between adult females and their calves. Opportunities for studying giraffe’s diets and looking into giraffe’s internal parasite count in our onsite lab. Giraffe Identification Kits: Assist in building and expanding ID kits to accurately determine the number of giraffes on the reserve. This includes identifying individual...

Are you passionate about insects and eager to make a meaningful contribution to conservation research? The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre (BBRC) in South Africa is excited to announce two open positions for individuals or students who share a deep interest in insect biodiversity. This unique opportunity offers the chance to: Explore and document the insect species found across our 27,000-hectare reserve, a largely understudied area with enormous research potential. Contribute to the creation of the first-ever insect species list for this vast and diverse property. Work in an environment surrounded by incredible wildlife and untouched natural beauty. This project is perfect for anyone who wants to gain hands-on research experience while helping uncover the hidden diversity of insect life in a region where no prior insect studies have been conducted. Please note that a monthly conservation and program fee is required, which covers the...

GIS Mapping Internship – Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center Are you a student or recent graduate with exceptional GIS or QGIS skills? Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to wildlife conservation while working in a breathtaking natural environment? The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center (BBRC) is offering an exciting 3-month internship where you can make a meaningful impact while refining your technical and research skills. About Us: The BBRC is located on a 27,000-hectare conservation reserve dedicated to biodiversity research and preservation. Our work spans diverse projects, including giraffe population monitoring, bird habitat research, vegetation studies, and documenting wildflowers, butterflies, and other insects. We’re now seeking someone to enhance our mapping efforts and support our research with GIS technology. The Role: As a GIS intern, you’ll play a vital role in creating and refining detailed reserve maps, as well as...

Are you a passionate and creative student majoring in Social Media Marketing or a related field? Do you dream of using your skills to make a real impact while surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of South Africa’s wilderness? The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre (BBRC) is excited to offer an incredible 2-4month internship opportunity for an enthusiastic student ready to take our social media marketing to the next level.  About Us:  The BBRC is located on a 27,000-hectare conservation reserve dedicated to biodiversity research and preservation. Our projects encompass a diverse range of studies, including giraffe population monitoring, bird habitat research, vegetation and plant studies, as well as documenting wildflowers, butterflies, and other insects. We aim to uncover and showcase the reserve’s rich and largely understudied biodiversity.   The Role:  This internship is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to create a meaningful impact through marketing while gaining...

We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to wildlife conservation. This internship is perfect for students, recent graduates, or anyone interested in gaining practical field experience in ornithology and ecology. Join us for the opportunity of a lifetime in South Africa! We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated interns for our Bird Habitat Use and Preference Project. This unique research initiative aims to investigate how different bird species utilize various habitats within our expansive 66,800 acres / 27000ha of continuous reserve. Surrounded by magnificent baobab trees and boasting over 17 different antelope species, the reserve also hosts a diverse range of predators, including Leopard, Cheetah, Caracal, African Wildcat, Brown & Spotted Hyena, and Serval, making it an ideal location for research.  Project Overview:  Location: A sprawling game reserve home to diverse wildlife, including numerous species of birds Research...

Are you an aspiring wildlife conservationist with a passion for different types of predators? Our research center is excited to offer an exceptional internship opportunity focusing on predator conservation and what different predator diets consist of, on a magnificent 27,000-hectare continuous game reserve with 17 different antelope species and a variety of both small and large predators! Project Overview: Location: A sprawling game reserve home to diverse wildlife. Research Focus: Contribute to important predator conservation and how their diets differ depending on the season, different locations on the reserve and changes of diets depending on the season. Predator Identification Kits: Assist in building and expanding ID kits to accurately determine the number of Spotted and Brown Hyenas, Cheetahs and Leopards on the reserve. Opportunities for studying carnivore diets and examining what predator diets consist of. Conduct hair analysis studies using collected scat...

Wildlife Research Internship: Assist with Annual Game Counts The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center is looking for a dedicated student to assist with our annual game counts. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on field experience in a South African on a magnificent 27,000-hectare continuous game reserve with 17 different antelope species and a variety of both small and large predators! Key Responsibilities: • Conduct game counts using transect driving across the reserve. • Analyze camera trap footage to identify and count wildlife species. • Assist with withdrawals and data management. Requirements: • A background in wildlife biology, conservation, or related fields (or strong interest in fieldwork). • Comfortable working in rugged outdoor conditions and able to spend long hours in the field. • Attention to detail for accurate data collection and analysis. • Ability to work independently and as part of a small research team. What You’ll Gain: • First-hand...