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Application for Research Expeditions

Anyone may apply to participate as a field worker in our research programs. See the Ecuadorian Rainforest and Mexico Sky Islands project pages for details on the programs, and then come back here to apply.

To complete the application, you will need:

If a current or previous college student, a grade-point average or equivalent grade statistic
A one page personal statement outlining what you expect to gain by this program, either professional or personal. Feel free to elaborate on your personal interests and background. Also in this statement, give a brief self-assessment of your own abilities as they might relate to rigorous field work, long hours, working in groups, and under primitive conditions.
Names and contact information for two personal references
Names, addresses and phone numbers of two emergency contacts
To have printed and signed the required legal waiver and attached a scanned copy to this application, or faxed or sent by mail. Your application will not be considered until we receive your signed legal waiver.
If available, a color copy of your passport, which may be uploaded as a scanned file in this application, or sent later by mail or email attachment.

Do not start this application until you have the above materials and information assembled. Use the participant checklist to guide yourself through the application and planning process. See our cancellation policy before paying. Click the buy now button to submit $225, of which $25 is a non-refundable application fee, and $200 is a deposit which is refundable only if your application is not accepted. This payment must be made before your application will be considered.

* = required field

Last Name *

First Name *

email *

Your preference for date(s) of expedition

(You may choose more than one session)*

Ecuador June 24-July 8		Ecuador July 28-August 11
Ecuador July 11-25		Mexico August 15-24

Phone *

Street Address *

Street Address (continued)

City *

State/Province *

Zip/Postal Code

Country *

Passport Number (if available)

Personal Web Site (if applicable)

Are you 18 years of age or older? *

Are you currently enrolled in a college or university? *

Your current or last college or university

If currently enrolled, what is your class rank?

What is your highest degree earned to date? *

What is/was your major or degree or field of study?

What is, or was, your grade-point average or equivalent statistic?

Are you interested in applying for academic credit through your college or university? *

How did you find us? *

Please specify specific source (website, email list, etc.) *

List two Personal References. These should be instructors, professors, colleagues, or work supervisors who are familiar with your work in academic, field or working settings

First Personal Reference:

Name*

Relationship to applicant *

email*

Affiliation, address and phone number*

Second Personal Reference:

Name*

Relationship to applicant *

email*

Affiliation, address and phone number*

Personal Statement: In about a page of text, outline what you expect to gain by this program, either professional or personal. Feel free to elaborate on your personal interests and background. Also in this statement, give a brief self-assessment of your own abilities as they might relate to rigorous field work, working in groups, and under primitive conditions.*

Medical Conditions: Please list any physical or mental conditions which may potentially interfere with your abilities to work in a rigorous field setting. These may include, but are not limited to, chronic injuries, severe allergies, asthma, diabetes, physical handicaps, or learning disabilities. We have a rigorous anti-discrimination policy, and will make every effort for reasonable accommodations for those with any medical conditions or disabilities. It is important that you be very thorough in your answer.*

List any food allergies or meal preferences. Vegetarian meals are often available, although fish is common in meals at some locations, and a fish-only diet is always available. *

Emergency Contacts:
List two people, such as a parent or spouse,

each having a separate phone number.

First Emergency Contact

Name*

Relationship of to applicant *

Email, phone, and postal address *

Second Emergency Contact

Name*

Relationship of to applicant *

Email, phone, and postal address *

Resume or CV (optional)

Color Scanned Copy of Passport (if available)

Scanned copy of legal waiver

(may also be faxed, emailed, or mailed)

Any other information or comments not covered in this application.

I am 18 years of age or older, and I have read the entire description of the trip content provided on the web site ReptileResearch.org and have given all information herein truthfully and to the best of my knowledge.*

Yes

Date *

Note: your application will not be complete until we have received the legal
waiver and your deposit and application fees have been received.

Cancellation Policy

Once a $25 application fee is collected, it is not refundable for any reason. If your application is not accepted, your $200 deposit will be refunded to you immediately, but is otherwise not refundable. It will apply towards your balance which is due one month prior to travel. Once program fees have been accepted, they are immediately dispersed to cover trip expenses, and are subject to complete forfeiture, whether or not you have attended or completed the expedition. Should there be low enrollment or events beyond the our control, including weather conditions, political conditions, etc., we reserve the right to cancel an expedition at any time. In this case, your entire deposit and registration fees will be refunded, or may be applied to a future expedition, but no provision is provided to cover any other expenses you have incurred in preparation for the trip, including airfare, insurance, medical costs, and personal purchases, among others.

Non-discrimination Statement

Reptile Research is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to programs, facilities, admission and employment without regard to personal characteristics not related to ability, performance, or qualifications. It is our policy to maintain an academic and work environment free of discrimination, including harassment. Reptile Research prohibits discrimination and harassment against any person because of age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national origin, race, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status. Although some of our activities may be restricted to those of certain abilities, we make every attempt at reasonable accommodations to the disabled.