Internship Program
Location: The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center
At the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center, interns gain the unique opportunity to learn from a dedicated, mission-driven team while contributing to the advancement of knowledge and protection of the Gulf’s distinctive marine ecosystems. The Center’s research programs work together to study marine life from microbes to megafauna, advance restoration methods, and track emerging threats using specialized labs and advanced facilities.
Summer Internship applications are now open. The deadline for application submission is 20 May 2026.
INTERNSHIP CATEGORIES
High School Students
(Work Experience / Early Exposure)
Undergraduate Students
(University Level)
Summer Internship
(High-School Or University Level)
Postgraduate Students
(Masters / PhD)
Select Program Category
High School Students (Work Experience / Early Exposure)
Duration
1–2 weeks
Eligibility
Senior high school students (Grades 10–12) interested in completing short work-experience programs.
Key Learning Components
• Introductory exposure to aquaculture, marine ecology, and rescue operations.
• Basic laboratory tasks, observational work, team shadowing, and data entry.
• Foundational understanding of marine conservation principles.
Application Windows
Application dates may vary and will be confirmed during the application process.
Application Process
Please submit your application through your school. The school’s career or internship office may contact the Center directly via yswrr.reception@miral.ae.
Undergraduate Students (University Level)
Duration
4–8 weeks
Eligibility
Undergraduate students studying in the UAE seeking practical experience or internship credits.
Key Learning Components
• Project-based learning in aquaculture, ecology, or rescue.
• Fieldwork, lab work, data analysis.
• Weekly mentor check-ins and performance feedback.
• End-of-program presentation or report.
Application Windows
• Spring/Summer Intakes: 20 Apr – 20 May
• Winter Intakes: 10 Sept – 10 Oct
Application Process
To apply, please email yswrr.reception@miral.ae with the following information:
• First and Last Name
• Email Address and Phone Number
• Nationality
• UAE Residency
• University Name and Country
• Field of Study
• Current Year of Study
• Topic of Interest
• Expected Start and End Dates
• CV
• Motivation Letter
Summer Internship (High-School Or University Level)
Duration
4–12 weeks
Eligibility
High school students aged 15+, and university students from the UAE or overseas seeking practical experience at a research institute.
Key Learning Components
• Project-based learning in aquaculture, ecology, or rescue.
• Fieldwork, lab work, data analysis.
• Weekly mentor check-ins and performance feedback.
• End-of-program presentation.
Application Windows
Summer Intake: 20 Apr – 20 May
Application Process
To apply, please email
yswrr.reception@miral.ae
with the following information:
• First and Last name
• Email address and phone number
• Nationality
• UAE residency
• School/University name and country
• Field of study
• Current year of study
• Topic of interest
• Expected start and end dates
• CV
• Motivation Letter
Postgraduate Students (Masters / PhD)
Duration
8+ weeks
Eligibility
Master’s students and PhD candidates seeking research-intensive placements.
Key Learning Components
• Research-focused projects aligned with the Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center’s work in aquaculture or marine ecology.
• Data interpretation, study design support, scientific reporting.
• Mentorship from senior researchers.
• Academic credit or thesis submission.
Application Windows
Application dates may vary and will be confirmed during the application process.
Application Process
To apply, please email yswrr.reception@miral.ae to discuss your project with our senior researchers.