environmental jobs in limpopo

Are you a student, postgraduate researcher, academic, or conservationist looking for a supportive, field-based environment to carry out your research? WildComm Research Stations invites researchers from around the world to join our multidisciplinary conservation hub and conduct their own projects within a protected private reserve. What We Offer WildComm is situated on a biodiverse private reserve, home to large mammals, birds, and complex savanna ecosystems. We provide a collaborative, research-focused atmosphere with access to on-site research equipment and a team of experienced conservation professionals. Whether you're conducting undergraduate fieldwork, working on a Master’s thesis, developing a PhD project, or leading a long-term conservation initiative—we welcome your inquiry. Support Includes On-site research equipment Field guidance from experienced researchers and ecologists Access to long-term data and local wildlife...

WildComm Research Stations is a conservation organisation located in South Africa, committed to hands-on research, education, and training for the next generation of conservationists. We are situated within a private reserve, home to two of the Big Five, rich birdlife, and diverse vegetation. We focus on providing interns with direct, meaningful opportunities to engage in wildlife conservation efforts. Project Description Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and eager to gain hands-on experience in the field? Join our Rhino Research Project and contribute to important studies focused on the behaviour and ecology of one of Africa’s most iconic and endangered species. As an intern, you’ll be part of a dedicated team conducting field observations and collecting data to support long-term conservation efforts. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of rhino behaviour while making a meaningful contribution to their protection. Key...

Lajuma Research Centre, in the Soutpansberg Mountains of Limpopo, South Africa, has been a base for wildlife research and conservation for over 20 years. The reserve is home to all five South African primate species, which include the endangered samango monkey (Cercopithecus albogularis schwarzi). This project focuses on understanding their behaviour and ecology while supporting the conservation of the forests and wildlife that share this unique mountain landscape. Internship Overview The Samango Monkey Project continues this long-term research by focusing on behavioural and dietary studies. Interns contribute to ongoing data collection that informs both primatology and conservation management. Key Activities: Conducting behavioural observations Recording feeding ecology (fruits, leaves, insects, and other food sources) Documenting vocalizations, social interactions, and troop movements  Requirements Open to students, recent...

Lajuma Research Centre, located in the Soutpansberg Mountains of Limpopo, South Africa, provides a unique setting for long-term primate and wildlife research. The surrounding mountain forest, grasslands, and rugged terrain are home to all five South African primate species (chacma baboon, vervet monkey, samango monkey, lesser bushbaby, and thick-tailed bushbaby), which offer opportunities to study complex social behaviour and ecological adaptations. Internship Overview The Chacma Baboon Project at Lajuma Research Centre investigates the behaviour and feeding ecology of wild but human-habituated baboon troops in the Soutpansberg Mountains. This unique setting allows close, non-invasive observation of social dynamics, movement patterns, and dietary choices. Participants help maintain long-term monitoring by collecting field data on activity patterns, habitat use, and seasonal diet. Shorter stays focus on broad behavioural and ecological observations, while longer...

Join us for an incredible opportunity in South Africa! We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated interns for our Bird Diversity Project. This research initiative aims to investigate how different bird species utilise various habitats within our expansive 66,800 acres 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 This project focuses on monitoring the diversity of bird species across different habitat types on the reserve. By conducting regular bird surveys and recording species presence and abundance, we aim to better understand how bird communities vary across vegetation zones. The data contributes to long-term biodiversity monitoring and informs conservation management by identifying key habitats that...

Lajuma Research Centre in the Soutpansberg Mountains hosts the only known overlapping populations of the thick-tailed greater galago (Otolemur crassicaudatus) and the southern lesser galago (Galago moholi) in South Africa. The Bushbaby Project consists of a dataset spanning over 10 years on these species, focusing on their ecology, behaviour, and interactions. Internship Overview Interns will assist with ecological and behavioral data collection, contributing to long-term galago research.  Key Activities: Collecting data on food availability (insects, fruits, leaves, tree gum) Recording behavior Reviewing camera trap data to identify individuals Supporting demographic and ecological monitoring of known populations Note: If collar servicing takes place in June 2026, interns will have the chance to observe it. Requirements Open to students, recent graduates, or individuals with an interest in primatology,...