Sea Turtle Conservation Internship
Institute of Sea Turtle Conservation (ISC)
An Initiative of Research and Education for Environmental Foundation (REEF)
Field-Based Marine Conservation Internship Programme
Internship Duration: December 28- January 11, 2025
Field Locations: Pulicat, Kovalam, Tambaram & Rameswaram
About the Internship Programme
The Sea Turtle Conservation Internship Programme, conducted by the Institute of Sea Turtle Conservation (ISC) under Research and Education for Environmental Foundation (REEF), is a comprehensive field-based marine wildlife training initiative. The programme is designed to provide hands-on exposure to sea turtle biology, nesting phenology, coastal ecology, and conservation research methods.
International Student Participation
Mr. Samir Ahmed, student from :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}, successfully participated in and completed the Sea Turtle Conservation Internship Programme. His active involvement in field surveys and research activities reflected a strong commitment to marine conservation and scientific learning.
Field Training & Research Exposure
- 🐢 Sea turtle nesting phenology studies
- 📏 Transect method application for coastal surveys (2 km transects)
- 🌊 Beach morphology assessment and nesting habitat evaluation
- 🌙 Orientation on night beach patrols and field safety protocols
- 📊 Scientific data collection, documentation, and field ethics
Internship Field Locations
- Pulicat Coast – Primary nesting and transect study area (5 Days)
- Kovalam Coast – Short-term nesting habitat assessment (1 Day)
- Tambaram – Orientation, research methodology & ethics session (1 Day)
- Rameswaram (Gulf of Mannar) – Extended field-based conservation studies (7 Days)
Certificate Distribution
Upon successful completion of the internship, Mr. Samir Ahmed was awarded a Certificate of Completion by the Institute of Sea Turtle Conservation (ISC), recognizing his participation, field research contribution, and commitment to marine wildlife conservation.
Learning Outcomes
- Practical understanding of sea turtle biology and nesting behavior
- Application of scientific field research methodologies
- Ethical and responsible wildlife research practices
- International field exposure in marine conservation
- Career-oriented experience in marine biology and conservation science
Building Global Conservation Leaders
The Sea Turtle Conservation Internship under ISC – REEF reflects a strong commitment to experiential learning, international collaboration, and biodiversity conservation, preparing future conservationists through real-world field science and research-driven training.
