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Seychelles Marine Short-term 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 Marine Short-term 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
 
The main focus of the internship programme is to equip you with professional survey techniques for underwater data collection on the health of the reef. The goal for this programme is to increase local and global awareness of marine issues and to be able to provide data that will play a key role in policy-making decisions regarding the future of this marine ecosystem.
 
You will specialise in either fish, coral, or invertebrate research techniques during your initial training to prepare for your dives.
 
Training will include learning to identify the various species and learning how to take measurements underwater as well as an introduction into marine conservation. After training has been completed and dependent on weather conditions, you will be able to go on dives to conduct marine research. Besides diving, you should expect to be involved in additional projects and activities, including training sessions, marine debris surveys and removal, as well as environmental 
 
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
 
  • Learning how to identify fish in the Indian Ocean.
  • Earning your PADI Advanced Open Water and PADI Coral Reef Research Diver certificates.
  • 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