Once interns have gained a good understanding of coral reefs, and the organisms that inhabit these ecosystems, interns will develop skills in applying various survey methods when conducting underwater research, monitoring, and conservation dives. Each intern will participate and lead dives in all of our long-term monitoring, research and conservation projects.
Carrying out a multitude of underwater surveys and research dives, interns will be a key member of the Roctopus ecoTrust team in gathering essential data on the condition and biodiversity of our reef ecosystems, helping to reveal trends in factors associated with reef health. Interns will also significantly contribute to research projects aimed at developing our ecological/behavioural understanding of key reef organisms and Koh Tao's reef ecosystems. Throughout the internship, participants will engage in several conservation activities including regular visits to our coral nurseries where they will master skills in coral restoration through coral transplantations.