Internship / Volunteer at the DMRC
 

Description :: The Dahab Marine Research Center has internship opportunities available to qualified undergraduates and graduates looking for experience in marine sciences.

We are seeking applicants to help conduct research and conservation work on several projects being conducted in marine and terrestrial communities along the coast of South Sinai.

The internship will be based at the DMRC and work closely with visiting researchers, biologically interested guests and the Dive In staff. Depending on qualification, duration of stay and demands at the institute, interns will find various opportunities to gain field experience, e.g.:

• Science Education
  o Presentations about marine and terrestrial ecology or other interesting scientific topics (e.g., astronomy)
  o Prepare educational material and hangouts (exhibition in our classroom, reef info desk, …)
   

• Research
  o Assistance in running projects or own projects
   

• Marketing, PR & Communication
  o Develop material for advertisement (e.g. for special activities in Dahab or the DMRC/Dive In)
  o Webpage
  o Networking
  o Picture Database
   

• Diving
  o If DM qualified biologically guided dives
  o Dive training, Dive Center administration and general duties
  o Buddy up with researchers

These are ideas for your stay but your activities do not have to be restricted to that. We welcome proactive and creative ideas to help us with our mission and goals.

Conditions :: The minimum duration of an internship is 4 weeks. Working hours vary depending on season, but are generally from 8 am to 6 pm, within a 6 day week. Diving, Equipment rent and dive training are available at special rates for our volunteers (price list).
After successful completion of the internship you will be granted a certificate of your scientific and diving achievements.  

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Requirements :: We are seeking people who are enthusiastic about marine ecology and may be considering marine science as a career. Undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in marine programs or with marine experience are preferred. Graduating seniors are also welcome to apply. Interns will work under the supervision of the project leader, but must demonstrate the ability to work independently. Applicants should possess good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with non-scientists.

To apply please sent us your CV and a motivation letter.

Contact :: Dr. Anne Kloeppel (Coordinator of Science & Research)