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Seychelles Divemaster Internship (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Mahe, Seychelles
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Calendar Year, Fall, J-Term, Jan Term, Janterm, May Term, Semester, Spring, Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV, Trimester, Winter
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  • Program Sponsor: GVI 
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Seychelles Divemaster Internship

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Boost your professional diving or marine conservation career when you join an internship in the stunning Seychelles. Get your PADI Divemaster qualification and marine ecosystem training, then put those skills to use when you participate in vital marine research expeditions.
 
PROGRAM FOCUS
 
FIRST 12 WEEKS OF TRAINING
During your first 12 weeks, you will conduct underwater surveys of fish, coral, or invertebrate species after completion of your training. You should also expect to be involved in additional projects and activities, including training sessions, beach cleans, marine debris surveys, environmental education sessions with the local community. 

SECOND 12 WEEKS
After a successful internship, qualifying candidates may be given the opportunity to work for GVI or selected partner organisations in the Seychelles, or in other countries around the world where GVI operates. For you this will be at a local dive centre allowing you to complete your PADI Divemaster certification. During this time you will help with the general day-to-day operations of the centre, learning about the dive industry. This might include tasks like guiding tourists on dives, working in the office, compressing tanks, repairing dive equipment. The majority of your days will be spent diving in the crystal clear waters perfecting your diving skills, while learning to work within the diving community. This work placement is a great first step in a professional diving career.
 
LOCATION
 
Volunteer in the Seychelles with GVI and discover a country famed for its endemic flora and fauna, unspoiled beaches and beautiful coral reefs!
We operate two bases in the inner granitic islands, both within National Marine Parks next to stunning palm-fringed beaches and forested areas.
 
On the island of Mahe we run critical marine conservation projects where you can get trained from PADI Advanced up to a Divemaster.
 
Get involved in our terrestrial conservation programs on Curieuse Island. It’s surrounding waters are rich in wildlife, making it the perfect setting for your conservation adventure with a difference. The paradise of Seychelles is the ideal location for your next volunteer trip!
 
 
Mahe
 
 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
 
  • Taking your PADI Advanced, PADI Coral Reef Research Diver, and PADI Divemaster courses.
  • Learning how to identify fish and coral in the Indian Ocean.
  • Exploring different dive sites among the tropical islands of Seychelles, searching for the incredible ‘mega-fauna’ in the area, such as sharks, rays, and dolphins.Take other extra dive courses with local dive shops.
  • If staying 8 weeks or longer you will complete your Biological Survey Techniques training and qualification.
  • Developing the techniques needed to survey coral reefs.
  • Earn your GVI ILM Leadership Development certificate, a qualification recognised by the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM).
  
If applying for this program to obtain credit from an institution, GVI can supply learning outcomes and support in the application.
 
For more information, check out our video //https://youtu.be/OW8dYhZ5Oo8