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NOA Adventures Internships
Marine & Wildlife Conservation Internships
(2–12 Weeks)
At Nature & Oceans Adventures (NOA), we offer meaningful, field-based internships designed to immerse students and young professionals in hands-on conservation work. Our internships range from 2 weeks to 3 months, allowing participants to gain real-world experience in marine biology, wildlife care, ecosystem restoration, and community engagement.
All programs integrate scientific research, fieldwork training, cultural exchange, and environmental leadership.
Current NOA Internship Destinations
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Why Intern With NOA?
1. Meaningful Conservation
Every internship supports long-term, ethical projects with expert supervisors with scientific credentials (many have PhDs) and Indigenous communities.
2. Professional Growth
Receive 360° support, from pre-departure guidance to mentorship during and after the program. Receive field hours, references, and guidance for academic or career pathways.
3. Hands-On Training
Participate in real-world ecological monitoring, species ID, wildlife rehab, policy work and conservation research field techniques.
4. Scientific Online Courses
Expand your leadership and conservation knowledge.
5. Nonprofit Mission
Your participation helps support scholarships and expand opportunities for underserved youth.
6. Diving Skill Development
Some of our programs include diver training and PADI certifications.
7. Cultural Immersion
Work directly with local communities to understand traditional ecological knowledge and build a global network within the marine conservation sector.
8. Global Destinations
Amazon rainforest, Galápagos Islands, Hawaiʻi, French Polynesia, Mexico, California, Costa Rica, Spain.
9. Leadership & Personal Development
Build confidence, environmental awareness, and cross-cultural communication skills.
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Training & Support
Pre-departure orientation, in-field training (safety, species ID, research protocols), and mentorship from experienced instructors.
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Daily Work
Depending on the location — wildlife care, beach patrols, reef surveys, habitat restoration, data collection, community outreach.
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Living
Accommodation with other interns or local staff, meals, and field logistics are generally provided.
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Outcomes
Interns gain professional references, leadership experience, cross-cultural skills, and a genuine impact on conservation.
Getting Started
1. Fill Out An Inquiry Form
Find the form located to the left, let us know your preferred destination, dates, and background.
2. Pre-Departure Preparation
We guide you through logistics,pre-departure training, reading materials and online courses.
3. Go On-Site
Travel to your destination, join your internship team, stay at our research bases (shared accommodation), with transport, meals, and support included, and begin fieldwork.
4. Work & Learn
Your day-to-day might involve species monitoring, dive surveys, education outreach, data analysis, and more.
5. Reflect & Return
After your experience, you’ll have a certificate, professional references, and a richer understanding of marine conservation.
Impact & Ethics
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All our internships are aligned with UN SDGs, centering on sustainable development and marine protection.
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We emphasize ethical research, participant safety, and long-term impact — not “voluntourism.”
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Projects are locally led and designed in partnership with community and conservation organizations.
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Our mentoring and career pathways aim to empower participants.
“Doing an internship with NOA was genuinely life-changing. From the very beginning, the team radiated such joy, positivity, and purpose that it completely transformed the way I approached my own dreams. Marta and the entire NOA & Partners community create an atmosphere where confidence grows naturally — their support, encouragement, and passion are absolutely contagious.
They shared their deep expertise with generosity, inspired me to believe fully in what I love, and helped me see possibilities I hadn’t even imagined. Every interaction left me feeling more empowered, more motivated, and more aligned with my goals.
Honestly, the only thing I would change about our time together is that I wish it could have lasted even longer. NOA left such a profound impact on me that I truly hope we get the chance to collaborate again in the future. They are extraordinary.”
Rachel Baker