Work with an elephant vet at an elephant sanctuary to care for, learn about, and volunteer with elephants.
This two-week program puts you alongside an elephant veterinarian dedicated to teaching you a wealth of knowledge and unique skills while helping animals in need. The full two weeks of the program takes place at an elephant sanctuary where you work with an elephant vet providing medical care to the pachyderms and learning techniques as part of your elephant care course.
Who It’s For
Students age 20 or older who are currently enrolled in veterinary school or have been admitted to vet school for the next academic year. If you are currently enrolled in veterinary school but are under 20, please contact us about admission. Individuals of any nationality may apply. Fluency in English is required.
Applicants should be comfortable working with animals and getting their hands, and everything else, dirty. This program can accommodate a maximum of 12 students per session.
Highlights
- Work in a small group with an elephant vet
- Learn the history of Asian elephants and various management and training methods
- Learn and assist in elephant medical care including diagnostics, treatments, and preventative medicine
- Guided tour of Chiang Mai, including night markets and the stunning golden spires of the mountaintop temple
Dates open for applications
Summer 2023
July 8 – July 23, 2023
