Marine Magic!

I arrived to Raja Ampat with 15 years of diving experience but very little confidence and quality of skill set. The instructors immediately impressed me with their professionalism and academic expertise not only in scuba but in the marine ocean sciences too. As an intern, you hit the ground running, enjoying the fast pace learning environment while reveling in spectacular natural beauty. The setting in Raja is incomparable to any coral reef system I have seen, including the beautiful walls of Grand Cayman and richness of Nusa Penida.
Each day is filled with wonder and excitement as the interns and staff share observations and grow together as divers, researchers, friends and for some, future colleagues. I’ll always look back on this time with a big smile and glowing heart! Life changing experiences beneath and above the surface and I can’t wait to move forward with the newly acquired skills and confidence thanks to the passionate dedication of IOP veterans and founders!
Bravo to the ever growing team of scientists, dive professionals and resort staff - including but not limited to amazing chefs, boat captains and mates, managers and coordinators, carpenters and the locals who provide invaluable traditional ecological knowledge as well as welcome countless visitors to their island community with warmth and kindness.
I highly recommend checking out opportunities to join the IOP clan and contribute to marine conservation that is so dearly needed as we see catastrophic decline in ocean health. Its inspiring to team up and learn from each other, each individual bringing unique experience and love for the planet to the IOP table!

Thanks for this amazing opportunity!

P.S. Be on the lookout for the hammerheads!