Kat with Chris Packham at the British Birdwatching Fair.

“The internship was fantastic. I learnt so much about working in a small(ish) charity and working with partners. I certainly wouldn't have got my job at the British Dragonfly Society without the experience I gained at the WLT.”
Katharine Parkes - WLT Intern August 2006 - February 2007

Where is Kat now?
Conservation Officer at the British Dragonfly Society. "The job title is not very descriptive - I do so much more than direct conservation, including education, consultancy, fundraising, PR, volunteer liaison, surveying, policy, BAP, etc."

Katie McGregor attending a conference in Cambridge on behalf of the WLT.

“I feel that I have now had a very good insight into the way an international conservation charity functions and have a much better understanding of carbon offsetting projects and their importance to charities such as the WLT. I am particularly keen to emphasise the freedom with which interns are able to work. Furthermore, the WLT office has a vibrant and youthful atmosphere with open discussions and a comfortable, friendly working environment. Everybody’s opinion is valid and contributions to discussions are welcomed.
Katie McGregor - WLT Intern November 2005 - April 2006

Where is Katie now?
After having completed a MSc in Environmental Technology at Imperial College London (specialising in global environmental change and policy), Katie is now Assistant Environmental Scientist, Jacobs Ltd. "I've no doubt in my mind that without my carbon internship at WLT I would not have been offered the job I am doing know. Before my internship my CV was just a wash of academic achievements and unrelated work experience....now it shines!"

Jessica Reiss in the World Land Trust office.

“The World Land Trust internship is one of a kind, it has allowed me to broaden my knowledge of conservation, develop new skills and also try out different career opportunities within the field. I always knew that i wanted to combine my interest in conservation and nature with a creative role such as film, and have just been employed by the BBC NHU in Bristol as production assistant on Springwatch. I feel that the internship definitely helped to secure the job for me. I would strongly recommend the internship for anyone who wants to get into conservation.”
Jessica Reiss - WLT Intern May 2005 - October 2005

Where is Jessica now?
Production Team Assistant on Springwatch, BBC Natural History Unit, Bristol. Jessica has also been to Swaziland creating a promotional video for All-Out Africa conservation and community gap year company.

Ollie in the Buenaventura Reserve, Ecuador, where he undertook an expedition to establish baseline values for carbon sequestration, in October 2005.

“The WLT internship was an excellent opportunity to develop skills in an area that I had a great deal of interest but limited experience. I worked with the WLT for two years, including the 6 month internship, and during that time I had the opportunity to undertake and expedition in Ecuador. I was involved with a very broad range of tasks and given considerable responsibility.”
Oliver Blakeman - WLT Intern September 2004 - March 2005

Where is Ollie now?
Environmental Projects Director, Eco Positive. "Following my work with the WLT I moved on to perform a similar role for Eco Positive, a consultancy and project development company based in London and working primarily throughout Asia and East Africa. The WLT provided me with the skills and understanding required to create and manage a successful project development programme. I view my work with the WLT as ongoing and look forward to opportunities to work alongside the Trust on future projects."

Rachel Beesley with WLT Vice Chairman Renton Righelato and Programme for Belize representative Bladimir Rodriguez at the Trust's stand at the Bird Fair 2004.

“The World Land Trust Internship has been a thoroughly worthwhile and enjoyable experience. I have gained invaluable project management experience that would otherwise have been almost impossible to gain at this stage of my career. I have also been given the good oversight of all aspects of running an international conservation charity. By taking an active role in all aspects of the business, I feel I have learnt a lot about what goes into the running of an office and learnt where my own strengths lie.”
Rachel Beesley - WLT Intern July 2004 - December 2004

Emma Flaxman volunteering in the WLT reserves in Ecuador, following her internship.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at the World Land Trust, gaining confidence and experience in a variety of skills associated with project management, administration and fundraising as well as fuelling my ambition to become actively involved in the conservation of threatened habitats and wildlife. By completing this internship, I feel encouraged to pursue a career in conservation, and I ultimately hope to work for a similar organisation in the future."
Emma Flaxman - WLT Intern December 2003 - June 2004

Where is Emma now?
Education Officer at Africa Alive. "I look after the animals in the discovery centre, teach lessons on ecology and natural history and give talks on the different animals we have at the park."

Molly with Simon Lyster, WLT trustee, a Bulgarian delegate and WLT CEO John Burton during a study tour she organised in 2003 following her internship.

“The experiences I have had with WLT have been very enlightening. I had originally planned to do a master’s course straight after my post with the WLT. However, since completing the internship I no longer believe it is necessary as I have gained sufficient knowledge to apply my new found and developed skills with other similar organisations, as it has become the norm for employers to demand work experience rather than further degrees.”
Molly St. George - WLT Intern February 2003 - August 2003

Caroline Gill on a work trip to Malaysia with TRAFFIC.

"I really would recommend this intern programme to any graduate wanting a career involved with conservation, the environment and wildlife. It breaks the ‘vicious circle’ of not being able to get a job without any experience. The World Land Trust has provided me with a unique insight into how an international conservation charity works. I have enjoyed working with such a friendly team on challenging projects."
Caroline Gill (nee Wymer), WLT Intern February 2002 - August 2002

Where is Caroline now?
Project Administration Officer for TRAFFIC International. "TRAFFIC International is the headquarters of TRAFFIC - the wildlife trade monitoring network which works to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature. My duties include coordination of proposal review before submission to donors, review of contracts with donors, provide project admin support for offices in the network, submission of all financial and technical reports to donors and coordination of project audits."

Matt Edwards at the Chaparri Spectacled Bear Rehabilitation Centre, during his visit to Ecuador and Peru.

"I now have a far greater understanding of how an international conservation charity operates and I have gained many skills, enabling me to develop and work on my own projects. My trip to Ecuador was the highlight of my internship, allowing me to gain practical experience. As a result of the experience I have gained with the World Land Trust, I have already had several interviews that I believe I would not have got, otherwise."
Matt Edwards, WLT Intern May 2001 - November 2001

Kirsty Burgess with an orphaned baby-elephant at WLT's project area in India.

"The WLT Internship programme is a very dynamic and potentially rewarding experience. Under the careful guidance of the WLT staff, I know that an opportunity such as this will provide me with the necessary wealth of experience, contacts and knowledge that is needed to flourish in a field such as conservation management."
Kirsty Burgess, WLT Intern October 2000 – April 2001

Where is Kirsty now?
Since completing her internship, Kirsty has been co-ordinating the Trust's projects activities as the WLT Conservation Programmes Manager.