Coral Internship, Maldives (closed)

Reefscapers coral reef maintenance photography Maldives

We are seeking applications from hard-working marine graduates looking for an unpaid internship, based at a 5-star island resort in the Maldives. This position is an exciting opportunity for a coral-loving conservationist to expand their hands-on skills in the field.

Brief Description

The Role

• Daily underwater reef restoration work – coral ID, fragment harvesting, frame transplantation, repairs & maintenance, photography.
• Assist with our coral reproduction research – monitoring coral spawning on night dives.
• Interact with resort guests and local students to promote marine conservation awareness.

The Ideal Candidate

• BSc/MSc in Marine Biology (or related) with a passion for tropical marine conservation. Experience with corals preferred.
• Strong swimmer & qualified diver (essential) able to work long hours in the ocean in all weathers.
• You must be available to start work in May 2026, and for the full 3 month period.

⚠️ Please note that we cannot accept applications from:

❎ Under-graduate students looking for work-placement, and candidates unable to commit to the full 3-month period.
❎ Graduates in unrelated disciplines, even if you are an experienced conservationist or dive master.
❎ Couples, social media influencers, or photo/videographers (you must also be a marine graduate).

Reefscapers Coral Biologist INTERNSHIP Maldives