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Intern Abroad HQ Sea Turtle Conservation in Malaysia (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Tioman Island, Malaysia
  • Program Terms: Fall, Fall 11 Week, Fall I, Fall II, Fall III, Fall IV, Fall Trimester, J-Term, Jan Term, Janterm, May Term, Semester, Semester I, Semester II, Spring, Spring 11 Week, Spring Break, Spring I, Spring II, Spring III, Spring IV, Spring Toscana, Spring Trimester, Spring V, Summer, Summer A, Summer B, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV, Summer V, Trimester, Winter, Winter Break
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  • Program Sponsor: Intern Abroad HQ 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student, 6-other
Housing Options: Dormitory Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Animal Science, Environmental Studies, Marine Science, Veterinary Science, Zoology
Program Type: Internship Abroad Click here for a definition of this term Program: Direct
Program Description:
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Join Intern Abroad HQ, the world’s most affordable international internship organization, and invest in your future with a Sea Turtle Conservation Internship in Malaysia.

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Program Information

Develop a well-rounded range of practical conservation skills, focused on Sea Turtle species in Tioman, Malaysia. Sea Turtle Conservation internships are offered in collaboration with an established NGO organization, working in partnership with the Malaysia Fisheries Department, to preserve turtle nesting sites and their surrounding ecosystems. Gain practical insight into year-round operational priorities.

This program ranges from 2 - 12 weeks and has start dates on the first and third Monday of each month throughout the year.

Your fully-hosted experience includes sourcing of your internship placement, personalization of your project plan, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals, and onsite student support. See our full list of fees and inclusions on our website.

Eligibility Requirements
Sea Turtle Conservation internships in Tioman, Malaysia, are suitable for students and recent graduates with an interest in developing practical skills related to conservation. Previous training or experience is not required but interns must have the willingness and physical ability to conduct outdoor fieldwork, including night shifts. Resilience to variations of weather and climate is required. Plan your internship with the season and climate in mind.

This internship is conducted in English.

Internship Details

The tropical island of Tioman, Malaysia, is well known for its tourism resorts, coral reefs, and marine protected areas (including the marine parks and reserves of nearby islands). Local conservation efforts are multi-faceted, including its flagship turtle conservation via hatchery programs, as well as coral reef rehabilitation, sustainable waste management, recycling programs, and environmental education initiatives.

Sea Turtle Conservation internships in Malaysia provide learning opportunities for students and young professionals seeking practical conservation experience. The program runs annually, from March through September, and activities may be seasonal.

Overall, the mission of the program is to manage threats to the nesting turtle population, and diverse activities related to conservation and awareness efforts are crucial. Interns support through community-based conservation initiatives, working to preserve the precious coastal habitats, raise awareness, and improve the survivability of the region’s sea turtles.

The internship program commences each year in March, and runs through till the end of September. This coincides with the sea turtle nesting season, which usually commences in March/April, peaking during the months of June, July and August. The likelihood of seeing a nesting turtle is higher with longer stays, as specific wildlife experiences are not guaranteed.

The internship experience will depend on your chosen duration. Sea Turtle Conservation internships are available from just 2 weeks, providing an introductory educational experience for short-term interns. For interns who are able to commit up to 6 weeks, there is time to cover a more comprehensive introduction to marine biology and field techniques. Interns who are able to join up to 12 weeks will see their experience develop into more leadership tasks, while also having scope to develop more independent research projects and skills.

General tasks can include:
  • Nightly beach patrols searching for nesting turtles in order to relocate their eggs to the safety of the hatchery.
  • In-water turtle work, e.g. identifying individual turtles to build a database, fish and coral surveys. (Scuba qualifications are not needed for in-water work).
  • Developing infrastructure from recycled materials for coral restoration
  • Plastic upcycling.
  • Educational and community outreach, e.g. outdoor education for school children
Typical Schedule: Internships begin on the first and third Monday of each month, from March through September. Activities are held flexibly throughout the week, according to conservation priorities and beach patrol schedules. There is one complete day off each week (normally Saturday). Internship schedules are seasonal and subject to change. Plan with seasonality and climate in mind.

Program Highlights

Intern Abroad HQ's Malaysia programs are available year-round, with start dates every first and third Monday of each month.

Intern Abroad HQ provides the most affordable and top-rated programs. Check out our intern reviews on our website.

We match you with innovative and entrepreneurial host organizations around the world that give you the opportunity to make a real contribution on high-impact projects with the support of travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.

Our experiential learning approach provides a structured and guided platform for you to think critically about your experiences on your internship. It accelerates and deepens your learning by asking self-reflective questions around the contexts, actions, and outcomes of your placement.

Academic credit is available for all experiences, through our School of Record partnerships with University of Montana (1-5 credits) and Warren Wilson College (6-16 credits). Check in with your academic advisor to understand if you can apply these transfer credits toward your degree at your home institution.

We offer flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.

How to Apply

Apply for free: Complete an online application form via the Intern Abroad HQ website.

Select your start date and duration: All Intern Abroad HQ programs are available year-round and you can choose to intern for durations on this program ranging from 2 - 12 weeks.

Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Deposit.

Pay your Balance: This is due 60 days before your program starts.

Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 60 days before you start.

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