Unleash Your Inner Adventurer: Cozumel Divemaster Internships

Looking to turn your passion for scuba diving into an exciting career? Look no further than Cozumel Dive Academy, our sister operation offering the most comprehensive PADI Divemaster Internships training on the island of Cozumel!

With the warm, crystal-clear waters of the Mexican Caribbean as your classroom, you’ll learn from PADI Platinum Course Director Phillip Hetherington and his experienced Instructional Team. Our focus on hands-on, real-life training ensures you’ll be fully equipped to take on the challenges of the job and succeed as a dive professional.

By completing our Divemaster Internship or PADI Instructor Development Course, you’ll unlock exclusive discounts on additional courses and equipment, allowing you to further expand your knowledge and capabilities in scuba diving. With our expert guidance and top-of-the-line equipment, you’ll be ready to join the ranks of PADI Divemasters and Instructors living the dream and working in exotic locations worldwide.

Take the first step towards your new career and experience the adventure of a lifetime with Cozumel Dive Academy.

Ready to make a splash? Sign up for our Divemaster Internship or PADI Instructor Development Course today and unlock your full potential as a dive professional!

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Divemaster Internship in Cozumel
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Divemaster Internship Options and Costs

 

Divemaster Internship 1

If you have not yet earned your Open Water certification, our Zero to Hero program is your starting point. This is an eight-week program that includes accommodations. Click below for more information on this Internship.

Cozumel Dive Academy Zero to Hero Divemaster Internship

Non-certified to Divemaster (Zero to Hero) – 8-Week Internship
Total Cost $2825.00

 

Divemaster Internship Option 2

If you already have your PADI Open Water Diver Certification (or equivalent), our Open Water Diver to Divemaster option is your starting point. This is an eight-week program and includes accommodations. Click below for more information on this Internship.

Divemaster Internships in Cozumel, Cozumel Divemaster Internships

Open Water to Divemaster – 8-Week Internship
Total Cost $2534.00

 

Divemaster Internship Option 3

If you already have your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Certification (or equivalent), our Advanced Open Water Diver to Divemaster option is your starting point. This is a six-week program and includes accommodations. Click below for more information on this Internship.

Divemaster Internships in Cozumel, Cozumel Divemaster Internships

Advanced Open Water to Divemaster – 6-Week Internship
Total Cost $2129.00

 

Divemaster Internship Option 4

If you already have your PADI Rescue Diver Certification (or equivalent), our Rescue Diver to Divemaster option is your starting point. This is a four-week program and includes accommodations. Click below for more information on this Internship.

Divemaster Internships in Cozumel, Cozumel Divemaster Internships

Rescue Diver to Divemaster – 4-Week Internship
Total Cost $1480.00

 

What is included

Pick up upon arrival in Cozumel

Professional training in a fun atmosphere

All required PADI materials

Equipment rentals

Daily transportation

Intern T-Shirts

Fun diving on days off

Discounts on additional courses

Student discounts at Dive Boutique Cozumel

Job placement assistance

Not Included

PADI Divemaster application fee, currently $125.00

Divers Alert Network (DAN) Divers Insurance. We require all our Interns to carry DAN Insurance for their protection.

Meals. We recommend you budget about $500 monthly for food, shopping, and entertainment. Of course, this depends upon your personal taste.

Transportation to and from Cozumel, along with any required visas

 Academics

The PADI Divemaster course teaches you to be a leader and take charge of dive activities. Through knowledge development sessions, water skills exercises and workshops, and hands-on practical assessments, you develop the skills to organize and direct a variety of scuba diving activities. Topics and practical workshops include:

The role and characteristics of the PADI Divemaster

Supervising dive activities and assisting student divers

Diver safety and risk management

Divemaster conducted programs and specialized skills

Business of diving and your career

Awareness of the dive environment

Dive setup and management

Mapping an open water site

Conducting dive briefings

Organizing a search and recovery project and a deep dive

Conducting a scuba review and skin diver course

Assisting with Discover Scuba Diving and leading Discover Local Diving programs

Prerequisites

The minimum age is 18

The minimum scuba certification level is dependent on the program you choose. Would you please check the prerequisites for your specific Internship?

You will also need a completed and signed medical statement dated within 12 months of the end of your program. Click here to download a copy for review.

Accommodations

Cozumel Dive Academy does not provide housing.

We will gladly assist you in finding suitable accommodations for your time in Cozumel.

Payment and cancellation policy

A USD 250.00 non-refundable deposit is due upon your accepting your Internship. Full payment is due 30 days before the start of your program.

We accept the following payment methods:

Direct payment through our Online Store

PayPal. All payments through PayPal incur an additional 4% surcharge to cover fees.

Bank Transfer

Cash. We accept USD, Mexican Pesos, GBP, and Euros. Please get in touch with us about the current exchange rate.

If you cancel your Divemaster Internship booking, the following penalties apply.

30 or more days before arrival: forfeit – 25% of total Cost excluding deposit

Less than 30 days before the scheduled start date – 50% of the total cost, excluding deposit

After your Internship has started, the course is non-refundable

We do understand that unforeseen situations can and do arise. If you need to cancel your booked Internship, we will do our best to reschedule you for an alternate program. In the event of an extreme circumstance, we will work with you regarding any possible refund option.