University practicum
Joining us for your university practicum will give you the opportunity to learn about non-profit operation. Develop the skills necessary to work in all departments of a conservation and stewardship non-profit organization from entry level to management. Take a look at our volunteering options and decide which of these you’d like to complete your practicum in to gain university credit.
Your three main responsibilities for university practicum
Take responsibility and initiative for your role
Manage an area of a conservation and stewardship non-profit society
Learn about and implement our Six Principles
Your contribution
Complete any of our volunteering positions to gain university credit:
- Non-Profit Administration
- Restaurant and Hospitality
- Sustainable Forestry and Ecology
- Organizational Culture
- Ranch Research Centre
- Sales and Marketing
- Environment and biodiversity conservation
- Take on management roles
- Learn how to run a non-profit society
- Gain hands-on work experience
- Learn about and implement our Six Principles of Nature Connection, Nature Conservation, Personal Development, Self-Sufficiency, Empowerment and Consciousness and Awareness
Want to see where you'll be volunteering during your university practicum?
Take a look at the Chilcotin Ark Institute’s website to see the conservation philosophy and more of what you’ll be getting involved with:
If you are joining us from outside Canada, you will need a valid working holiday visa or a co-op visa, through the International Experience Canada program. Find out more on our hands on opportunities page:
If you aren’t able to get an International Experience Canada visa, you can join us by completing a training program. Take a look at our training page for more information:
Are you ready for more in life?
Join us on the trail to empowerment towards a greater sense of self-confidence, courage and initiative. Find a greater connection with nature and yourself. Develop your leadership skills in a unique environment where you can evolve with a positive mindset by facing challenges and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone.
Have you checked out all our hands on opportunities?