Building Next Generation of Conservationists through Arulagam's Internship Programme | 2026
As part of our Vulture Conservation Programme, three Bachelor's students from the Department of Zoology, PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore, successfully completed a 21-day internship from 07 May to 30 May 2026. The internship provided valuable field-based exposure to vulture conservation, environmental education, community engagement, and biodiversity conservation practices.
During the programme, the students actively participated in tribal community outreach activities across selected tribal settlements within the Sathyamangalam and Mudumalai Tiger Reserve landscapes. They contributed to environmental awareness programmes, stakeholder engagement activities, documentation, and the formation of Village Vulture Conservation Committees. Through these experiences, they gained practical insights into vulture conservation, field research methodologies, and community-based conservation approaches.
The internship offered a unique opportunity to understand the vital role played by indigenous communities in conserving biodiversity and protecting habitats for critically endangered vultures. By working alongside conservation practitioners and interacting with local communities, the students developed a deeper appreciation of the challenges and opportunities involved in landscape-level conservation.
The programme concluded with a certificate distribution ceremony, where Mr. S. Bharathidasan and Mr. G.Rammohan congratulated and encouraged the interns for their dedication, enthusiasm, and active participation throughout the internship. They presented the Internship Completion Certificates and copies of Kaatin Kural (Voice of the Forest), authored by Arulagam's Secretary, as a token of appreciation and encouragement for their continued engagement in nature and wildlife conservation.
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Arulagam extends its sincere appreciation to PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore, for encouraging students to gain practical conservation experience through field-based learning. We are grateful for the enthusiasm and commitment demonstrated by the interns and wish them success in their future academic and professional journeys.
At Arulagam, we remain committed to nurturing young conservationists and creating meaningful opportunities that bridge academic learning with real-world conservation action. Together, we continue our mission to conserve vultures, protect biodiversity, and strengthen community-led conservation across Tamil Nadu's critical landscapes.