Fiji has hosted IGS interns since 2001. We have partnered with a world-renowned reef ecologist, allowing students to carry out research on and document marine protected areas. After a three-day training period, they begin with research. Living in a Fijian village is one of the highlights. Research findings on reef health and fish counts are sent to UCLA for their mapping project. 

Other popular internships include teaching at a local school, wherein students focus on a subject of their choice as well as provide English lessons for the class. Another famous project that students have helped with is work at a local dive resort. They assist clients on dive trips and work with the firm to promote their tours. In their free time, our interns go on excursions to Taveuni and Beqa islands—which are favorite destinations. Beqa is home to the legendary fire walkers.

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