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Marine Conservation Internship and PADI IDC Course in Mexico

by: GVI

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Join a program ideal for PADI Open Water divers and dive masters who dream of becoming highly qualified, specialized instructors with extensive marine conservation training. Instructors make for more versatile employees than dive masters; so if you're pursuing this career path, our professional program—focused on marine conservation and its best practices—is perfect for you. Our flagship progra...

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Program Highlights

Undergo professional level dive training with a unique marine conservation focus.

Benefit from unparalleled experience and knowledge, thanks to our PADI Education Facilities in three regions.

Get the chance to go straight from your PADI Instructor training to a job with us, as we hire our own interns!

Start the program at the level you're at - we tailor it to you.

Receive comprehensive industry and career development advice and support.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Chetumal, Mexico
Availability
Year(s) Offered2019,2020Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Marine Science
  • Scuba
Guidelines:
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • Kiwi
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - Volunteer Abroad2021 Top Rate Organization - Study Abroad

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.48

Total Reviews

7

My time in Phang Nga was beyond special and has left me with memories and experiences I will treasure forever

by: Megan EagleProgram: Marine Conservation Internship and PADI IDC Course in Mexico
10

I went on a GVI expedition to Thailand last year for two weeks with my school. My time in Phang Nga was beyond special and has left me with memories and experiences I will treasure forever. The GVI staff that assisted and worked with us were amazing and kind and excellent at what they do. GVI's programmes, from my experience, are exciting and impactful - they make a difference through thorough and ethical means which has allowed me to appreciate this company more. This experience with GVI helped...

9

I stayed for 2 months in Mexico and did my Open water and Advanced Open water diving qualifications. The quality of teaching and professionalism from the diving aspect of the program was excellent. I had the trip of a lifetime experiencing so many different areas in Mexico, as well as seeing so much wildlife and megafauna on the GVI dives. I think 2 months was an optimum length of time as it allowed me to settle in and get the most out of the trip. I thoroughly enjoyed the ability to be able to ...

GVI shaped and supported my career goals

by: Paige SawyersProgram: Marine Conservation Internship and PADI IDC Course in Mexico
10

I actually left school in year 11 in 2012 as I was really struggling with my mental health. After I left school I did a bridging program named "Newstep" at the University of Newcastle. I achieved the marks I required to get into a Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management but still did not feel ready to dive into my degree.  I decided to travel the world and volunteer in any programs I could to help out our wonderful mother Earth. I flew to Thailand for elephant conservation (2015), Afric...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Chetumal, Mexico

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Scuba
  • Fields
  • Marine Science
  • Scuba

Availability

Years Offered: 2019,2020

Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian

Program Cost Includes

  • Emergency Support
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Alumni / Networking Membership
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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