Why join us at CPBS?
Caño Palma was created to give young biologists field experience to become leaders in conservation.
Our internships and volunteerships are designed to be structured enough to give visitors specific skills related to hands-on tropical conservation research experience but flexible enough to allow them to pursue specific interests and skills while doing so.
By participating in long-term research projects, visitors learn:
Hands-on field skills including:
Survey methods
Plant and wildlife Identification skills
Use of GPS
Field skills such as understanding weather conditions, safety procedures
Use of field safety equipment including satellite radios
Teamwork
Leadership
Natural history
Data entry and management
Data manipulation
As a gathering place for like-minded biologists, the station allows visitors to interact with their peers on a daily basis, facilitating long-lasting professional and personal connections. Visitors will be directly involved in collecting data that is published in academic journals and reports that advise conservation initiatives. This is what sets Caño Palma apart - the multitude of opportunities that allow interns and volunteers to gain experience that benefits them and sets them on the right track for a career in conservation.