• Life Below Water

Marine Conservation Internship with PADI Training

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4 - 12 semanas  ·  Edad 18 - 50+
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Puntos Relevantes

  • Earn your PADI Advanced Open Water qualification
  • Gain experience in a range of marine conservation initiatives, including coral reef surveying and restoration.
  • Preserve the unique ecosystem of the ocean

Puntos Relevantes

  • Earn your PADI Advanced Open Water qualification
  • Gain experience in a range of marine conservation initiatives, including coral reef surveying and restoration.
  • Preserve the unique ecosystem of the ocean
  • Contribute to UN SDG #14, Life Below Water.
  • Immerse yourself in Mexican culture, learning the language and sampling authentic Mexican cuisine.

    • Especialmente adecuado para

    Edad 18+
    Solteros y solteras
    Parejas
    Familias
    Grupos
    50+

    Sobre el programa

    Kickstart your career in marine conservation on this internship. Gain PADI certifications while diving in the spectacular waters of Mexico to collect valuable data.

    Travel to Mexico and work alongside local authorities on the preservation of the Mexico Caribbean's Marine Biosphere Reserve, one of the largest ecosystems globally. The project goals are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal number 14, Life Below Water.

    Interns will be PADI ...

    Sobre el programa

    Travel to Mexico and work alongside local authorities on the preservation of the Mexico Caribbean's Marine Biosphere Reserve, one of the largest ecosystems globally. The project goals are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal number 14, Life Below Water.

    Interns will be PADI dive trained in order to effectively complete necessary data collection on the coral reef without causing any damage. Upon completion of this internship, you will receive your PADI Open Water (8wks+), PADI Advanced Open Water and the unique specialty PADI Coral Reef Researcher. Participate in surveys that work to establish the overall health of the reef; maintain a coral nursery which involves growing coral fragments to replant them onto the local reef, assist with beach clean ups to minimize marine plastic pollution and immerse with the local community by conducting environmental education workshops. Interns are required to complete weekly assignments and host leadership days. While on program, interns are supported by a dedicated mentor.

    You will be motivated to generate new solutions and propose new elements to improve contribution to conservation of coral reefs in Mexico.

    This internship includes three online courses which must be completed in order to obtain a certificate offered in partnership with the University of Richmond in the United States:

    • Marine Conservation
    • Leadership Training
    • Career Development 

    After successful completion of this internship, you will be offered two career coaching sessions as well as gain access to a job portal. 


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    Día típico

    Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners. 

    Estimated Schedule:

    5 or 6am: Wake up call

    6 - 10 am: First Dive

    12pm: Lunch

    1pm - 4pm: Second Dive/Snorkel/Data inpur

    6pm: Dinner 

    9pm: Bed Time

    As an intern you will also have ...

    Día típico

    Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners. 

    Estimated Schedule:

    5 or 6am: Wake up call

    6 - 10 am: First Dive

    12pm: Lunch

    1pm - 4pm: Second Dive/Snorkel/Data inpur

    6pm: Dinner 

    9pm: Bed Time

    As an intern you will also have weekly sessions with your mentor.

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities. 

    These side trips are ...

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities. 

    These side trips are not included in the program fee but are highly recommended: 
    • Mayan Ruins
    • Eco Adventure Parks
    • Diving & Snorkeling
    • Cenotes
    • Whale spotting 
    • Hiking & rock climbing
    The possibilities are endless! 

    We also now include cultural/local experiences. These experiences will take place once every 4 weeks. 

    These activities may include: 

    • Learn to cook traditional Yucatán food
    • Visit a Mayan ruin
    • Take a beach yoga class
    • Dive through the cenotes
    • Stand-up paddleboard at sunrise
    • Climb rock formations in the jungle
    • Learn the unique geography of the Yucatán Peninsula
    • Explore the ancient city of Coba

    Requisitos

    Requisitos

    Edad mínima: 18 años

    Para participar en el programa debes tener al menos 18 años en la fecha de inicio del programa. Puede haber excepciones si muestras el permiso de tu(s) tutor(es) legal(es) o si vas acompañado de tus padres.

    Conocimientos lingüísticos

    Tienes que hablar (nivel intermedio) Inglés

    Requisitos educativos

    a nivel de School

    Verificación de antecedentes penales

    obligatorio

    Documentos necesarios

    Medical Form, Passport Copy and PADI Medical Form

    Restricciones de nacionalidad

    Sin restricciones. Las manos amigas de todo el mundo son bienvenidas.

    Otras habilidades

    All participants joining for 4 weeks must be PADI Open Water certified before joining the program and should be able to walk 200m over uneven ground carrying their dive equipment. Training is provided online 8 weeks prior to program start through self paced training materials.

    Tiempo dedicado

    Necesitaremos tu ayuda los Lunes, Martes, Miércoles, Jueves y Viernes

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios de GVI

    WHAT'S INCLUDED

    • 24-hour emergency phone
    • 24-hour in-country support
    • Access to Alumni Services and Discounts
    • Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
    • All necessary project equipment and materials
    • All necessary project training by experienced staff
    • Certification and summary of training and experience received
    • Community work workshop
    • Confidential professional reference
    • Coral reef ecology
    • Final evaluation
    • Introduction to teaching techniques
    • Location orientation
    • Long term experienced staff
    • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
    • Real hands on experience and learn about the challenges of marine conservation has in this region
    • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
    • Teamwork and leadership experience
    • Transfer to base location
    • Use of O2 equipment workshop
    • Weekly evaluation with your mentor
    • Welcome meeting

    WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

    • Additional drinks and gratuities
    • Extra local excursions
    • Flights
    • International and domestic airport taxes
    • Medical and travel insurance
    • Personal dive kit, e.g. mask, fins, wetsuit, timer, DSMB and reel, slate, etc.
    • Personal items and toiletries
    • Police or background check
    • Some equipment is not included
    • Visa costs (where necessary)

    Recogida en el aeropuerto Cancun International Airport

    Airport pick up is provided from Cancun International Airport within a specific time period. 

    Alojamiento

    Puerto Morelos is the oldest port city in the Mexican Caribbean, our base is located on the beachfront about 5km from the town centre. 

    Accomodation facilities are shared dormitories and can be considered basic.

    Comida y bebida

    Breakfast is prepared by participants and while lunch and dinner is prepared by a local cook. Most dietary requirements can be catered for. 

    Acceso a Internet

    Acceso limitado al lugar del proyecto

    ¿Qué NO está incluido?

    ¿Qué NO está incluido?

    Boletos de avión

    El aeropuerto más cercano es Cancun International Airport (CUN) en Cancun. Te ayudamos a encontrar vuelos baratos a México. ENCONTRAR VUELOS BARATOS

    Seguro de viaje

    Ir al extranjero es una aventura y siempre es mejor estar preparado. Enfermedad o lesión repentina, cancelación o robo: un seguro de viaje para México proporciona seguridad y es una ventaja tenerlo. OBTENER UN PRESUPUESTO

    Vacunas

    Si tiene intención de realizar un voluntariado en México, debe solicitar asesoramiento médico antes de iniciar su viaje social. Comprueba las vacunas que necesitas para México. COMPROBADOR DE VACUNAS

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    Cuotas del programa

    4 semanas (estancia min.) 5.895€
    6 semanas 7.295€
    8 semanas 8.295€
    10 semanas 9.645€
    12 semanas (estancia max.) 10.795€
    Cuota promedio 1.186€/semana

    Cuotas del programa

    1.186€ cuotas semanales 4 - 12 semanas Edad 18 - 50+

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    Duración

    4 - 12 semanas

    Depósito

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    Pago final

    El pago final se acordará con GVI durante el proceso de solicitud. Las soluciones habituales son la transferencia bancaria o el pago en efectivo en el lugar del proyecto.

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    Agencia - fundada en 1998

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    sobre la organización

    GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

    Conoce a tu anfitrión(a)

    Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


    We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

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    Ubicación

    América > Centroamérica > México > Puerto Morelos

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