The MantaWatch Internship Program (MIP) is a strategic investment in young marine scientists and future marine leaders, developed in partnership with Guy’s Trust.

MIP is specifically designed for students pursuing a career in marine conservation, research or management, and who are willing to make a long-term commitment to preserving and protecting our oceans.

MantaWatch Interns gain hands-on experience working within a manta ray research and conservation team, and develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary for species and ecosystem conservation. The program emphasises diverse learning and experience objectives including:

• Scientific diving;
• Experimental design;
• Data collection and management;
• Fisheries and conservation management;
• Citizen science;
• Science communication;
• Outreach and education;
• Non-profit operations; and
• Public speaking.

MantaWatch Interns are provided with a unique opportunity to:

• Learn about manta rays and other threatened marine species and habitats;
• Develop conservation skills and experience, while assisting MantaWatch and our partners to achieve conservation goals;
• Help preserve and protect threatened marine species and habitats by working with local government agencies, NGOs, and other partners to address important conservation issues;
• Meet and network with conservationists, researchers, agency personnel, marine tourism operators and other interns;
• Become sources of information, mentors and Manta Ambassadors for others interested in marine conservation issues;
• Obtain college credit (if approved by an accredited university).

Every year we award a small number of Guy Joseph MantaWatch Awards to exceptional students selected for the program. These fully funded scholarships are awarded in partnership with Guy’s Trust.