Interns will be joining dedicated scientists who are conducting accredited research projects important for Mozambique and for science in general. Our main projects focus on: -Manta rays - Humpback whales -Sharks -Nudibranchs -Seahorses -Artificial reef colonization.

 

Interns taking part in MAR’s marine biology internship can expect to get practical and theoretical training during the first and second weeks. Interns begin data collection after learning sampling and identification techniques. The internship program is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to exciting marine research and conservation projects, as well as experience the achievements associated with ambitious and challenging marine research in Africa.

 

Tasks and duties:

-Underwater photo identification of manta rays using underwater parallel lasers for measurements Humpback whale landbased survey and photo ID (June to October)

-Nudibranch surveys and identification

-Nudibranch collection and preservation

-Fish survey and photo quadrat at Rio Saiñas Wreck

-Seahorse monitoring program (data collection and monthly report) -Predatory fish survey -BRUV deployment and video analysis

-Turtle patrolling and monitoring (November to March) -Data entry

– using Excel, NudiID and MID (software especially designed for manta ray identification)

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Educational activities including:

-Activities with kids from the local community

- Public talks

-Underwater clean-up

-Beach cleaning -Workshops (e.g. recycling)

 

The cost for the program is as follows:

1 month= $2940

6 weeks= $4190

2 months= $5470

10 weeks= $6620 3 months= $7770

 

Fees include: Accommodation, a food allowance, airport transfers, all dive and dive gear hire, a field trip to Barra (2 days/1 night per month), MAR t-shirt, all theoretical and practical training.