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CAYMAN ISLANDS

Work or study at sea in the Cayman Islands and explore diverse marine life as you’ve never seen before in one of the best diving locations in the world!

Intern & Volunteer in the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands are made up of three islands: Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. Little Cayman, the smallest of the three islands, boasts some of the most incredible dive sites in the world. Crystal-clear Caribbean waters are home to reef sharks, turtles, octopuses and an abundance of tropical fish. it is a diver’s paradise! With a population of approximately 200, you can experience truly unspoiled landscapes and explore the uninhabited wilderness as a Kaya volunteer or intern in the Cayman Islands. 

If you’re looking to step into the field of marine biology or contribute to important marine conservation efforts, whilst exploring one of the most tranquil destinations in the world, then join one of our internships or volunteer in Cayman Islands. You can work with dolphins and other amazing sea creatures through our marine biology internships and gain invaluable experience in another culture. 

Study at sea and spend your spare time exploring what the islands have to offer; like the Cayman Crystal Caves, national parks and deserted beaches. 

WHY INTERN OR VOLUNTEER IN CAYMAN ISLANDS WITH KAYA? 

  • You can become an intern or volunteer in Cayman Islands on one of our projects for anywhere between 2-12 weeks.
  • Kaya’s internship and volunteer projects are available to start throughout the whole year. 
  • All of our projects work towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Kaya provides all volunteers and interns with accommodation for the duration of their trip.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Here are some important facts about the Cayman Islands:

  • Population – over 68,000 people spread across the islands, with Little Cayman having as little as under 200 inhabitants (2023 estimate)
  • Language – English is the official language
  • Religion – Protestant, Roman Catholic, Jehovah’s Witness and more
  • Currency – Cayman Islands Dollar (CI$)
  • Climate – Tropical marine climate, with rainy summers from May-October and mild dry winters from November-April

FUN FACT ABOUT THE CAYMAN ISLANDS

The Cayman Islands are one of the very few spots in the world where you can swim with wild stingrays! There is a place called Stingray City where you can peacefully swim, feed and take the most amazing photos with these sea creatures.

Marine Science Education Internship in the Cayman Islands

Join this fantastic Marine Science Education Internship in Little Cayman and experience life on a tropical island whilst contributing to meaningful conservation work!

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Marine Science Research Internship in the Cayman Islands

Join this amazing Marine Science Research Internship in Little Cayman and get some real insight into marine conservation in the Caribbeans!

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Easy 4-step application process

APPLY ONLINE

Apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.

TELEPHONE INTERVIEW

Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.

CONFIRMATION

Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.

GET PREPARED

When you have confirmed your project dates we'll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.