Bushveld Biodiversity Research Centre

Are you passionate about wildlife research, eager to be in the field, and ready to take the next step in your conservation journey? We’re currently seeking a motivated, early-career researcher to join our team for a paid internship at the Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center, based in South Africa. Location: The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center is situated within a 27,000-hectare wildlife reserve that supports a diverse assemblage of fauna, including 17 antelope species and two members of the Big Five. What You’ll Do: Assist with and lead field data collection efforts. Supervise students. Oversee student involvement in field activities. Contribute to the operational management of field projects. Gain invaluable experience working across multiple ecosystems and species. Who We’re Looking For: A candidate with at least a Master’s degree (a Ph.D. is strongly preferred). Someone actively engaged in fieldwork and enthusiastic about hands-on...

Duration: Flexible (minimum of 8 weeks recommended)   Start Date: November 2025/ rolling applications   Description Water is a key resource in the African savanna, shaping ecosystems and influencing wildlife distribution. The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center is offering an exciting Water Quality & Species Diversity Research Internship, where you’ll explore the differences between man-made and natural waterholes—analyzing water quality and investigating how it affects species diversity. About Us The BBRC is located in a 27,000-hectare wildlife reserve—boasting 17 antelope species and 2 of the Big Five—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. What You’ll Do Compare water quality between man-made and natural waterholes & pans...

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 identifying and monitoring various species, thereby contributing to a deeper understanding of the local 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 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 to uncover the hidden diversity of insect life in a region where no prior insect studies have been conducted. Start Date:  September 2025 Duration: Minimum of 8 weeks (Recommended: 2-4...

The Bushveld Biodiversity Research Center is looking for a dedicated student to assist with our wildlife game counts. This exciting opportunity offers hands-on field experience in South Africa, within a stunning 27,000-hectare continuous game reserve that is home to 17 antelope species and a diverse range 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 experience in wildlife monitoring...