What you will get: How Atlantic
On-Board Internships Work
From application to adventure: your ocean learning journey made simple
Why choose Atlantic Onboard Internships?
Experience the Atlantic like never before — where education meets exploration and every
internship becomes a journey of learning, discovery, and purpose
Hands-on learning
Gain real experience in navigation, marine science,
and sustainability directly onboard
Pre-Departure Guidance
We’ll support you step by step before
your journey begins
Multi-destination network
Choose among four Atlantic regions: Madeira,
Azores, Canary Islands, and Martinique
Comfortable & Verified Housing
Live confidently in carefully selected apartments,
homestays, or residences
Flexible duration
Internships from one week to three months,
tailored to your goals and academic needs
Certified hosts
Train with companies and scientists committed to
sustainable practices and quality standards
Types of internships
Choose the path that matches your passion, from marine research to sustainable tourism,
our internships let you dive into the ocean career you dream of
Marine Biology
& Research
Work alongside scientists in data collection, biodiversity studies, and field sampling
Navigation & Seamanship
Learn the fundamentals of sailing,
safety at sea, and vessel operations
Sustainable
Tourism & Guiding
Support ecotourism activities such as
whale watching and environmental education
Environmental Communication
Participate in science outreach, photo
documentation, and conservation awareness projects
Who can apply? Eligibility criteria
Aged 18 or older
(exceptions possible with guardian consent)
Students or graduates in
marine biology, environmental sciences, navigation, or related fields
Good command of English
Spanish or French are a plus
Available for at least 1 month
and motivated to work in team environments
Insurance
Must hold personal travel and liability insuranceotivated to work in team environments
Featured Internships
Discover some of our most popular onboard internships — real programs where science meets the sea. From whale watching in Tenerife to coral studies in Martinique, each one offers a unique blend of adventure, learning, and impact