Reef Restoration Technician
& Divemaster Internship
RRTDI Programme Overview
The Reef Restoration Technician & Divemaster Internship (RRTDI) Programme is our three month program where interns have the exciting opportunity to train as WIMCRO reef restoration technicians, become PADI Divemasters, and assist our researchers in gathering critical information on Grenada's coral reef ecosystems. RRTDI interns actively participate in coral nursery operations, outplanting initiatives, lionfish hunts, reef monitoring, research projects, and community outreach initiatives. ​​
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Skills Learned
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Reef Surveying Methods
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Invasive Species Control
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Dissection techniques
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Coral & Fish Identification
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Conservation Diving skills
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Safe Lionfish hunting methods
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Coral Fragmentation
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Coral Outplanting
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Coral Nursery Management
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Research Methods
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Coral Restoration methods
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Public speaking
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Water Quality Analysis
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Coral Aquaculture
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Micro-fragmentation Methods
Prerequisites
Essential
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18 years or older
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60 logged dives
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Rescue Diver Certified
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EFR Certified
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Emergency O2 Certified
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Must own full set of dive gear
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Previous experience working on boats
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Ability to work and live in a tropical climate
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Proficient when working in teams and group settings
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Strong Swimming + snorkeling skills
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Dive Insurance
Preferred
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Academic background in Marine Science or conservation
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100 logged dives
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Professional Experience in Marine Science or conservation
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Previous experience working with corals in-situ or ex-situ
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Experience living in the Caribbean
RRTDI Programme Costs
1,678 USD/ month + 1,200 USD for Divemaster Course + Fees
*note: Local Grenadian Citizens are eligible for internship fee waiver - see application for details*
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What's included in programme cost?
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PADI Divemaster Certification
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PADI AWARE Coral Conservation Diver Certification
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PADI NITROX Diver Certification
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PADI Shark Conservation Diver Certification
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PADI Deep Diver (40m) Certification
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WIMCRO Reef Restoration Technician Certification
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6-8 WIMCRO dives/week
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Pick-up at GND airport on Arrival
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Welcome dinner at Aquarium Restaurant
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WIMCRO Rash-guard, Polo, & T-shirt
What's not included in programme cost?
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Flights
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Accommodation
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Dive Gear Rental
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Travel Insurance
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Dive Insurance
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Food
How to Apply:
Fill out the WIMCRO Internship Application form and email it to info@wimcro.org along with:
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A copy of your CV
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Reference Sheet
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Copy of dive certifications
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When submitting your application please be sure to use the subject line format: (Last Name, First Name) WIMCRO RRTDI Internship Application.
We will be in touch within a 2 week period about the status of your application.