Marine Biology Internships in the Maldives

Internships at Marine Savers (unpaid)
We have some unique opportunities for you to join our experienced team of marine biologists in the Maldives, to expand your work experience at our busy Marine Centre – coral propagation, turtle care, marine aquaculture.
- You will assist our team of marine biologists with all conservation projects, and accompany guests on resort excursions.
- Duration of the internship is 90 days.
- Working hours are 09:00 to 18:00, 6 days/week.
- There is no charge to join our internship program, and no salary is paid. All food and accommodation is provided.
- You will purchase your own return international flights to/from Malé, Maldives. Internal transfers within the Maldives are provided.
The successful applicant will :
- Be a post-graduate student (essential) in a relevant discipline (Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Aquaculture, Animal Care).
- Have a passionate interest in marine life and conservation, with previous practical marine experience. [NEW]
- Qualified diver, ideally to PADI Rescue level or equivalent. [NEW]
- Confident ocean swimmer, and strong 10m freediver. [NEW]
- Be a physically fit non-smoker (working long hours in the lagoon, and able to carry 20kg weight).
- Be fluent in both spoken and written English (extra languages an advantage).
Duties may include (but are not limited to):
- Coral Propagation – collection of coral fragments, transplantation of the frame, maintenance and photography of existing frames.
- Turtle Conservation – assist with turtle feeding and care of sick animals; clean pools and monitor health/growth.
- Guest Excursions – give presentations on marine life and lead guest snorkel trips; increase awareness of marine conservation.
- Aquaculture (where appropriate) – assist in our Fish Lab (including tank cleaning, fish feeding, larval rearing, monitoring).
- Write 2-3 reports (with photographs) of your work and internship experiences, for publication on our website.
- If you are currently studying for a higher degree (MSc/PhD), you may submit a research project proposal (also optional) and use some of your time to work on research and data collection in the field.
APPLICATIONS: CURRENTLY CLOSED 🚫
Internship Availability | Kuda Huraa | Landaa Giraavaru |
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October 2022 | filled | filled |
November | filled | filled |
December | filled | filled |
January 2023 | filled | filled |
February | filled | filled |
March | filled | filled |
April | filled | filled |
May | filled | filled |
June | filled | Not yet open |
July | Not yet open | Not yet open |
August | Not yet open | Not yet open |
September | Not yet open | Not yet open |
October | Not yet open | Not yet open |
November | Not yet open | Not yet open |
December | Not yet open | Not yet open |
APPLICATION TIPS
✅ Try to be flexible with your availability.
✅ We give priority to filling our earlier slots.
✅ Only successful applicants are contacted.
✅ Unsuccessful? Reapply after 3 months.
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What’s life actually like, working in the Maldives as a marine biologist at Marine Savers ?

Do you want to experience life as a marine biologist
here in the Maldives ?
Head over to our Employment page to read about the different ways you can work with us - full time, apprentice or intern.
And see more from our Interns in their very own words & photos as part of our Diary / Blog series.
Different Working Opportunities
1) Full-time Staff members have marine biology qualifications/experience and should apply for an advertised vacancy.
2) The Four Seasons Apprenticeship Programme is open to young Maldivians and provides training in all aspects of the hotel and hospitality industry (including placement at our Marine Discovery Centre).
3) Internships (this page) are for post-grad marine biology students (optionally, working towards their MSc/PhD).
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