Interns

Limited Intake: 10 weeks (70 days) between March - October

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Our internship program offers hands-on training in turtle conservation, field monitoring techniques, public speaking, data entry, and community engagement. Over 10 weeks, you’ll be involved in all aspects of running a conservation program from night patrols and hatchery work to educational talks and public outreach.

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To ensure you’re fully prepared, all interns complete a 2–3 week training program upon arrival. By the end of this, you should be confident and capable of working independently within the team.

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Responsibilities

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• Field Work​

  • Conduct nightly beach patrols to monitor nesting turtles

  • Relocate eggs to the hatchery and release hatchlings

  • Manage in-situ nests when required

  • Record data on nesting turtles and hatchlings

  • Post-hatch nest excavations and analysis

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• Run Experiential/Volunteer Program

  • Lead environmental education workshops

  • Educate participants on conservation work

  • Ensure participants safety during working hours of the program

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• Guests Education & Public Awareness

  • Conducting educational “turtle talks” to guests on a daily basis

  • Guide and educate visitors during turtle sightings

  • Manage guest behavior respectfully to protect turtles

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• Indoor & Office Work​

  • Data entry and maintaining project database

  • Post-excavation examination and data collection on deceased/unfertilized eggs

  • Managing merchandise stocks and sales

  • Data entry and reporting for grant application purposes

  • Sending emails to sponsors

  • Assisting with social media updates

  • Production of merchandise to raise fund (seaglass jewelleries)

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• General Conservation Tasks

  • Building/maintaining/dismantling the turtle hatchery (subject to intake period)

  • Organize daily beach cleans

  • Trash sorting and recycling

  • Carry supplies during island deliveries

  • Occasionally guide workshops for resort guests

  • Maintain and upkeep cleanliness of conservation hall and intern accommodation quarters

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Daily Rhythm

• Interns will be rotated into shifts (Day, PM and AM).

• The schedule is designed to balance hands-on conservation work, experiential program facilitation, administrative tasks, and rest.

• Night time turtle conservation can be physically demanding, so mornings are often kept free for the patrol shifts (PM and AM) when possible to ensure proper rest.

• The Day shift will focus on administrative work, running experiential program, daytime conservation work and conducting turtle talks.

• Working hours and scope may be adjusted or extended depending on available manpower or during busy periods, depending on operational needs.

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Requirements

• MINIMUM post-secondary education

• Availabile for 10 weeks between March - October 

• Responsible and dependable, with a strong sense of accountability

• Adaptable and resilient in changing or challenging situations

• Proactive and eager to learn 

• A team player who works well with others but also able to work independently

• Able to follow instructions carefully

• Physically and mentally fit to handle fieldwork and island life

• Love for marine life and the environment is a plus

• Ability to swim 100m in open water unassisted is a plus

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Benefits​

• Accommodation: Shared dormitory (up to 4 per room), ensuite bathroom, fans (no AC).

• Meals: 3 meals per day provided.

• Days Off: 1 day per week (assigned by Project)

• Discounts: 15% staff discount on restaurant orders (except alcohol)

• Opportunity to work in a beautiful coastal location.

• There will not be any monetary compensation as this is an unpaid internship, with the value placed on training, experience, and contributing to turtle conservation.

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What will you gain

By the end of your internship, you will walk away with:

 

• Hands-on conservation skills in turtle monitoring, hatchery management, and data collection

• Experience in science communication and public engagement through Turtle Talks, workshops, and guest guiding

• Improved leadership and teamwork abilities from living and working in a close-knit, multicultural team

• Personal resilience from working night shifts and handling physical tasks

• Confidence in independence and adaptability which are qualities valued in conservation, research, and beyond

• Networking opportunities within the marine conservation and diving communities

• A sense of real impact, knowing you’ve directly contributed to protecting endangered sea turtles

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**Arrangements possible to use this internship as a CO-OP or to collect data for a final year project.**

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To Apply

Send your CV and letter of intent to turtle@bubblesdc.com. Join us in making a difference in turtle conservation!