Hi all!
I know there are a few threads already posted about the pros and cons of dive master internships, but I thought I'd post anyway to get some more specific advice.
I recently graduated from college, and I'd really like to travel for a few years as a working divemaster. I got my OW certification a few years ago, and absolutely fell in love with diving. So, it seemed logical to travel and work as a divemaster.
On paper, a dive internship sounds perfect. While I know that the pay rate generally sucks (a different post estimated about a $4 per hour value), to me it beats working retail while I save up to buy a course. Also, I think gaining hands-on experience will make it more likely for me to get a paying gig somewhere else after it's done. That being said, I know some are more valuable than others (ie, not interested in a 6 month internship that would give me the same certification as a 1 or 2 month).
Is my logic wrong?
Or, are there any working divemasters who can comment on their ability to stay afloat financially while working?
Also, anyone who has done an internship, please let me know your experience! Also, if anyone has any recommendations for internships to do, please let me know.
Thanks!
I know there are a few threads already posted about the pros and cons of dive master internships, but I thought I'd post anyway to get some more specific advice.
I recently graduated from college, and I'd really like to travel for a few years as a working divemaster. I got my OW certification a few years ago, and absolutely fell in love with diving. So, it seemed logical to travel and work as a divemaster.
On paper, a dive internship sounds perfect. While I know that the pay rate generally sucks (a different post estimated about a $4 per hour value), to me it beats working retail while I save up to buy a course. Also, I think gaining hands-on experience will make it more likely for me to get a paying gig somewhere else after it's done. That being said, I know some are more valuable than others (ie, not interested in a 6 month internship that would give me the same certification as a 1 or 2 month).
Is my logic wrong?
Or, are there any working divemasters who can comment on their ability to stay afloat financially while working?
Also, anyone who has done an internship, please let me know your experience! Also, if anyone has any recommendations for internships to do, please let me know.
Thanks!