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I enjoyed the opportunity to live and work in a different country. I met some really great people who also share my passion for protecting the environment.

I most enjoyed the hands-on fieldwork, particularly participating in coral nursery maintenance and reef monitoring dives, where I could see the direct impact of conservation efforts. This internship strengthened my technical skills in data collection, observation, and teamwork, while also improving my adaptability and cross-cultural communication. Professionally, it clarified my career goals in marine biology and conservation by connecting classroom knowledge to real-world application. On a personal level, it increased my confidence, patience, and appreciation for community-based environmental work and allowed me to make some great friends and see all the amazing things that Costa Rica has to offer.

I enjoyed learning about dolphin conservation and this internship contributed toward my personal and professional development because l got experience to office work side of conservation and I gained experience in data analysis and photo ID.