Renewable Energy Internship, art and photography workshop in Costa Rica

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  Description

  I am a costarican man who lives in Curridabat, Costa Rica . I am an artist, Photographer, DJ. audiovisual producer, and Mechatronic engineer. I am currently preparing an exhibition with some of my paintings and my music. I am also preparing two exhibition cars for my workshop. My city here is a very safe place. I am currently also working on a project on machines that make water from the air to solve the water crisis in many countries.
  Work on designing and implementing sustainable renewable energy initiatives to improve the lives of people in vulnerable communities.
  
  We are in need of hard-working interns with an interest and/or background knowledge/experience in renewables to help us in the implementation of these projects.
  
  Current projects include:
  
  Designing renewable energy solutions and implementing any add-ons or improvements to the existing systems.
  
  Leading research and coming up with relevant mechanical and electrical solutions in the construction of wind turbines, solar distillers, and other potential renewable energy devices.
  
  You will work directly with the directors to manage the budgets of materials required.
  
  Learn from our educational seminars given by our Directors on topics including : NGO/social enterprise creation and management, marketing and outreach, research techniques, and more.
  
  Getting involved in the upkeep of the projects.
  
  Carrying out crowdfunding campaigns to raise funds for the implementation of more energy projects.
  
  Organize and participate in electric bike tours
  
  This volunteer internship is open to all disciplines but is most suited for those interested in or have experience in renewable energy. Undergraduates/postgraduates, PhDs and/or professionals are all welcome. However, we do also ask for:
  
  - A background or personal motivation in engineering, electronics, renewable energy systems, sustainable development.
  - Experience/motivation to work as part of a team.
  - Open mind, positive attitude, and will to learn!
  
  We are currently working on the construction of electric bicycles to organize tours
  
  Non-Smoker, please

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Bénévolat

  Projets artistiques

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Accueil / tourisme

  Entretien général

  Aide informatique/internet
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Enhance your CV and gain professional experience managing sustainable projects in an international development NGO, having a real positive impact on a vulnerable community.
  Work alongside experienced & passionate people from a range of disciplines & backgrounds.
  Learn from our educational webinars given by our Directors on topics including NGO/social enterprise creation and management, marketing and outreach, research techniques, and more.
  Contribute directly to the work of a development organization while working from anywhere in the world.
  I can teach you Spanish :) Also, I will be very happy to tell you more about my country. In San Jose , the capital of Costa Rica, during their free time, travelers can get to know the environment, with its culture, its pleasant climate, ..
  In the night the town is very alive, there are concerts, bars, animations, and discos for those who like the party!

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  Aide

  I would like to learn Russian and German
  I need help to clean and cook.
  I also look for artists who want to cooperate in my exhibition.
  help in photo sessions that are done regularly.
  If you are a photogenic person you can help as a model too

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
  Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
  
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  Hébergement

  I have an independent room for one person, with kitchen and private bathroom, located 3 blocks from the center of town . I can provide food and you can cook them to your liking. No Smoker please

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  Autres infos...

  Thanks to my work as an artist I have many contacts in the artistic field that we can share.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  The workspace is very well equipped to work from home and there is 60-megabyte internet that works 100% of the time with a very good quality router special for video streaming.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Un

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  Nombre d'heures attendues

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 4 days a week .

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