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Eccezionale 4.9rating (13)

Shark Internship

location
2 - 12 settimane  ·  Età 18 - 50+

rating  Eccezionale 4.9  · 
  Verificato da Volunteer World
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Punti Salienti

  • Learn what it takes to be a shark researcher
  • Support the conservation of sharks
  • Learn shark monitoring techniques
  • Come face to face with shark sin their natural habitat
  • Experience the local Mexican culture and food

Particolarmente adatto per

Età 18+
Singoli
Coppie
Gruppi

Sul programma

Our shark internship program offers a unique experience and platform for volunteers to gain hands on field experience working with sharks.

Our shark internship program offers a unique experience and platform for students and volunteers to gain hands on field experience working with shark research in and around the Gulf of California, alongside our team of experienced field technicians and shark specialists.

All participants who join our ...

Sul programma

Our shark internship program offers a unique experience and platform for students and volunteers to gain hands on field experience working with shark research in and around the Gulf of California, alongside our team of experienced field technicians and shark specialists.

All participants who join our program will have the opportunity to be involved in every research component of our shark monitoring programs, you will increase your understanding of shark research through scientific lectures and many hours of practical training in the field as well as gain experience in an office environment.

The internship program has a maximum of 3 internship placements available at any given time as a way to ensure a more valuable volunteer experience in the field with sharks and an increased opportunity for personal development during your internship with us. 

Our internship program is open to absolutely ANYONE. Whether you are a graduate of marine biology or someone who is looking to start their early career in marine biology or just passionate about sharks and want to help our program is perfect for you.

We have found that it is the diverse backgrounds and skills that our interns bring that make a huge impact on the conservation and community outreach with the local community. 


Giornata tipica

Our days can change depending on the season and research objectives we are working with but a typical day may consist of 

  • Arriving at the office to prepare the equipment for the day of shark monitoring
  • Boarding our research vessel on route to one of our shark research sites in the Bay of La Paz or ...

Giornata tipica

Our days can change depending on the season and research objectives we are working with but a typical day may consist of 

  • Arriving at the office to prepare the equipment for the day of shark monitoring
  • Boarding our research vessel on route to one of our shark research sites in the Bay of La Paz or surrounding islands
  • Swimming and interacting with sharks in their natural habitat recording photo ID, behaviours, scarring pattern and tagging or sampling the water for containments, pollutants and plankton for our environmental studies
  • Heading back to the marina to clean equipment and boat 
  • Returning to the office to download data collected and prepare for analysis of images and recorded information



Attività del tempo libero

On your free time volunteers have the access to many activities. Our research center has strong collaborations with SCUBA diving centers who can offer volunteers the chance to learn to dive, visit the local dive sites or take a tour to the islands. Their are natural hikes and adventure tours to join ...

Attività del tempo libero

On your free time volunteers have the access to many activities. Our research center has strong collaborations with SCUBA diving centers who can offer volunteers the chance to learn to dive, visit the local dive sites or take a tour to the islands. Their are natural hikes and adventure tours to join as well as enjoying the natural beauty of the beaches and coral reefs.


Requisiti

Requisiti

Età minima: 18 anni

Per partecipare al programma è necessario avere almeno 18 anni alla data di inizio del programma. Potrebbero esserci delle esenzioni se si è in grado di fornire il permesso del proprio tutore legale o se si è accompagnati dai propri genitori.

Competenze linguistiche

È necessario parlare di Inglese (livello base)

Restrizioni sulla nazionalità

Nessuna restrizione. Gli aiuti da tutto il mondo sono benvenuti.

Altre competenze

We request that our volunteers can swim and have experience snorkeling.

Impegno di tempo

Il vostro aiuto sarà richiesto lunedì, martedì, mercoledì, giovedì e venerdì

Servizi inclusi

Servizi inclusi

Servizi per Shark Research Mexico

All donation fees are used to directly support the running of our non-profit research and to support your accommodation, field trips and training with us.

Donation Breakdown:
  • 50% Shark Programs Scientific Running Costs
  • 30% Accommodation & Transfers for volunteers
  • 15% Boat maintenance, Captain fees & National Park Fees
  • 5% Office operational costs

Prelievo dall'aeroporto a Leon Airport

Yes we provide full airport transfer on arrival and departure of the program.

Alloggio

We provide all volunteers with a private studio apartment upon arrival into the internship program. The apartments are fully equipped with a full operational kitchen including fridge, freezer, stove, microwave, cooking utensils etc). The room has the comforts of a private bathroom and shower, A.C, Fiberoptic unlimited WIFI, and bed linins and towels. We provide all of the utility services for the volunteers such as Gas, Electricity and water throughout your entire stay so there is now hidden cost once you arrive into the program.

The private studios are located in a very safe and secure neighborhood in the city of La Paz and only a short bicycle ride along the ocean walkway from the office and the marina. 


Cibo e Bevande

Daily food is 

NOT provided in the program due to the fact that many participants may have food allergies or the variability in peoples diets some being vegan or vegetarian while others are not. 

But, we do offer food when we make excursions to the islands for camping of extended field trips so this is provided in your internship donation fees


Accesso a Internet

Buon accesso al sito del progetto

Cosa NON è incluso?

Cosa NON è incluso?

Biglietti aerei

L'aeroporto più vicino è Leon Airport (LAP) a La Paz. Vi aiutiamo a trovare voli economici per Messico. TROVARE VOLI ECONOMICI

Assicurazione di viaggio

Andare all'estero è un'avventura ed è sempre meglio essere preparati. Malattia o infortunio improvviso, annullamento o furto: un'assicurazione di viaggio per Messico offre sicurezza ed è un vantaggio da avere. OTTENERE UN PREZZO

Vaccini

Se avete intenzione di fare volontariato a Messico dovete chiedere un parere medico prima di iniziare il vostro viaggio sociale. Controllare le vaccinazioni richieste per Messico. CHECKER PER I VACCINI

Dettagli all'arrivo

Our Program is open throughout the entre year so arrival and departure dates are flexible to the participant 

Disponibilità
gen feb mar apr mag giu lug ago set ott nov dic

Tariffe del programma

2 settimane (soggiorno min.) 1.212€
3 settimane 1.672€
4 settimane 2.131€
5 settimane 2.591€
6 settimane 3.050€
7 settimane 3.509€
12 settimane (soggiorno max.) 5.805€
Tariffe medie 544€/settimana

Tariffe del programma

544€ tariffe settimanali 2 - 12 settimane Età 18 - 50+

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Durata

2 - 12 settimane

Deposito

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Pagamento Finale

Il pagamento finale sarà concordato con Shark Research Mexico durante il processo di candidatura. Le soluzioni più comuni sono il bonifico bancario o il pagamento in contanti presso la sede del progetto.


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Shark Research Mexico

Eccezionale 4.9 rating (13 recensioni)

Non-profit

Verificato da Volunteer World

  Tasso di risposta buono

Ospitato da

Dr. Darren

Lingue parlate: Inglese

Sul progetto

Shark Research Mexico is a Non-Profit organization based in Baja California, Mexico and is the leading organization dedicated to the research and conservation of sharks.

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Shark Research Mexico (SRM) is a Non-Profit organization based in Baja California Sur, Mexico and is the leading organization dedicated to the research and conservation of sharks and rays in the Gulf of California.

We are a global provider of marine education and at the forefront of shark research. Our belief is that constant scientific research together with education is the key driver to inspire long-term change and commitment to sustain an abundant & vibrant marine environment. Through these tools, we strive to inspire, engage and empower future marine and environmental biologists, as well as the community, to make positive steps to generate healthier oceans now, and in the future.

As an organization we offer an educational and professional platform for local, national and international students and provide all of the necessary logistical support they might need to accomplish their research goals, under the supervision of our team.

Our mission

Is to study and protect elasmobranch species in Mexican waters and to provide opportunities for students at undergraduate and graduate levels to participate in our ongoing research and an opportunity to advance in the field of marine science and conservation biology, as well as raise awareness of sharks and other marine species.

Vision

To conserve sharks through science, education, conservation action and to inspire people to value nature & our world’s oceans.

13 recensioni · rating4.9

Nathan Kingham rating5

2023 at Shark Internship

La Paz is a beautiful part of Mexico with plenty to do and see. I learnt a lot about sharks and conservation with them during my stay. The team was incredibly helpful every step of the way and supported us with anything and everything. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who has an interest ...
Roberto De Camillis rating5

2022 at Shark Internship

During my internship I learned a lot about sharks and I gained knoledge on scientific sampling methods on large animal as whale shark. The program is well scheduled combining field work and data analysis. Looking forward to repeat the experience. Very recommended. ..
Philipp Moser rating5

2022 at Shark Internship

Baja is just an incredible place, so much variety of animals and of course sharks! Darren set up a wonderful stay for me, the room and working areas very top notch as were he's organizational skills and his passion for what he's doing. Although my stay was not too long the activities proposed such ...
Marc Aquino Baleyto rating4.8

2022 at Shark Internship

Whale shark tagging, biopsying and Photo Id. BRUVS deployment. Pelagic shark interactions. Beautiful Landscapes, seascapes and sunsets... Subtropical weather and lifestyle in a quite ...
Itzel Toledo rating4.4

2022 at Shark Internship

Google Translator: The program met the expectations, it was safe for me and incredible, besides learning, getting to know beautiful landscapes and being in contact with nature with the sea and sharks. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Original review: ...
Pelamatti Tania rating5

2022 at Shark Internship

The experience with sharks was amazing, projects are interesting and the program is very organized at every step from the arrival to the day I left. Learned a lot during my experience and would do it again without ...

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