Although Ecuador is not particularly large, there is great variety in the climate, largely determined by altitude. The Pacific coastal area has a tropical climate, with a severe rainy season. The climate in the Andean highlands is temperate and relatively dry; and the Amazon basin on the eastern side of the mountains shares the climate of other rain forest zones. Ecuador is a country full of divisions - divisions between rich and poor, coast and mountains, indigenous and mestizo, city and country. It is the world's biggest producer of bananas, it has ample oil supplies and tourism is thriving. But much of the wealth is, and always has been, concentrated in the hands of a few wealthy families. About 40% of the population lives below the poverty line and hundreds of thousands of Ecuadorians have migrated in search of a better life.
Ecuador, Latin America
Internships with exposure to Surgery, Pediatrics, Emergency Room, Obstetrics Read More
Ecuador, Latin America
This internship is an opportunity to work with a professional news organization, either in print, broadcast or online journalism. Read More
Ecuador, Latin America
This internship involves working on the development and implementation of a framework for creating successful community-based ecotourism projects and a system for monitoring project progress. Read More
Ecuador, Latin America
Interns will be working in a microfinance bank, cooperative, or community microfinance institution, assisting with accounting, administration and day-to-day activities Read More
Ecuador, Latin America
Support and work with the local staff at an Animal Rescue Center Read More
Ecuador, Latin America
Work to advance a women's empowerment group Read More
Ecuador, Latin America
Work in a youth center that assists underprvileged children with homework, organizes games & activities and more Read More