Marine Biology Internship - Six Senses Kanuhura

As Marine Biology Intern, I fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses Kanuhura to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them, plus our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness. By embracing the Six Senses vision and values, I will deliver an exceptional experience for guests.

In this role, I will behave in a professional manner and set an example to all. I will abide by Six Senses principles, core values, best practices, guidelines and objectives, while respecting other cultures and nationalities and projecting a positive and proactive position to help build and maintain a strong, loyal team.

Due to visa limitations, this position is currently open to Maldivians only.

My duties and responsibilities will include:

• Lead bi-weekly snorkels with educational briefings for guests.
• Assist head marine biologist in a variety of research projects including snorkeling and diving surveys.
• Deliver a weekly presentation on a varying number of topics related to marine biology.
• Assist the watersports team for snorkel excursions to provide a more educational and tailored guest experience.
• Lead interactive and engaging weekly marine biology activities for children at Grow with Six Senses.
• Assist turtle biologist in data collection and processing.
• Assist in general data processing.
• Provide education for guests on evening dolphin cruises.
• Take personal initiative to read and learn about ongoing marine biology projects with the opportunity to implement a new project.
• Act as a key team member of the Sustainability department, working with all departments to educate, conserve, and research marine ecosystems and our operation’s impacts.
• Come with curiosity to work, using personal initiative to delve deeper into topics of marine biology.
• Knowledge of all safety, security and emergency procedures related to my position in line with brand and statutory requirements.
• Ensure the privacy of guests, partners and residential owners, I will apply an extra level of protection to any sensitive personal data and use confidential information only to perform my job.
• Ensure all equipment of the department is kept clean and in good working condition.
• Upsell all property facilities and activities.
• Attend meetings and training as required.
• Knowledge and strict adherence to LQA standards.
• Perform any additional tasks given to me by supervisor/management.

Qualifications
To execute the position of Marine Biology Intern, I must have the required qualifications and includes the following:

•    Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized hospitality school is preferred.
•    Technical skills include proficient use with computers and software including MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
•    Fluent in English; I understand that additional languages are preferred. 

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Marine Biology Intern at Six Senses Kanuhura. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position.

Six Senses Kanuhura is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.