SSI Divemaster Internship in Indonesia

Turn your passion for diving into a profession

Become an SSI Divemaster while living and diving on the tropical island of Gili Air, Indonesia.

Oceans 5 offers a structured 6–8 week Divemaster Internship combining professional training, extensive diving and practical experience in an active SSI Instructor Training Center.

More Than the Minimum
Divemaster Training

The SSI Divemaster certification is your first step into professional diving.

At Oceans 5, you will do more than complete the minimum course requirements. You will become part of our dive team, work alongside experienced SSI professionals and develop the skills needed to guide certified divers and assist instructors.

With personal mentoring and regular feedback, you will build your confidence, improve your diving and learn what it takes to work responsibly in the diving industry.

SSI Divemaster training at Oceans 5

What Your 6–8 Weeks
Look Like

A structured internship built around real diving, real training and real mentorship — not a checklist.

SSI Divemaster course at Oceans 5

Duration

6–8 weeks

SSI Divemaster course at Oceans 5

Location

Gili Air, Indonesia

SSI Divemaster course at Oceans 5

Certification

SSI Divemaster

SSI Divemaster course at Oceans 5

Diving

Unlimited

SSI Divemaster course on Gili Islands

Training

Theory, workshops and practical experience

SSI Divemaster course on Gili Islands

Equipment rental

Included

SSI Divemaster course at Oceans 5

Program Fee

IDR 24,000,000

SSI Divemaster course on Gili Islands

Group size

Small groups with personal attention

Built for
Professional Training

Oceans 5 Gili Air is an established SSI Instructor Training Center with an experienced international team, two purpose-built training pools, three dive boats and access to more than 20 dive sites around the Gili Islands.

Our Divemaster candidates receive dedicated professional mentoring and gain practical experience within a working dive center.

What You’ll Develop

Candidates who want to continue their professional development can progress from Divemaster to the SSI Instructor Training Course at Oceans 5.

Real Experience,
Not Just a Certification

Your internship combines learning with practical experience.

You will develop your dive theory, water skills and rescue abilities while learning how professional diving activities are prepared and managed.

Under supervision, you will gain experience with:

The goal is to help you become a capable and confident Divemaster—not simply to issue another certification.

SSI Divemaster internship at Oceans 5

Live and Dive on Gili Air

Gili Air offers warm tropical waters, varied dive sites and a relaxed island lifestyle.

During your internship, you can explore the reefs of the Gili Matra Marine Protected Area, where turtles, reef sharks, rays and colourful marine life are regularly encountered.

Outside the water, Gili Air offers beaches, restaurants, cafés and a welcoming international diving community.

Divemaster interns preparing scuba equipment at Oceans 5 Gili Air

Professional Diving
with a Purpose

Oceans 5 has supported conservation and community initiatives around the Gili Islands since 2010.

Our professional training promotes neutral buoyancy, responsible interaction with marine life and respect for the underwater environment.

Divemaster candidates can also participate in activities such as our weekly beach clean-up.

Our Approach

We believe every dive professional should lead by example.

Divemaster Intern

Testimonials

Read how former interns experienced their training at Oceans 5 Gili Air—and where their diving journey has taken them.

Putri Rizki Rahma Dhani

Putri Rizki Rahma Dhani

Divemaster internship
April – July 2026

Now working at
Next Level Scuba
Gili Air, Indonesia

My journey with Oceans 5 has been a very meaningful one. As a Marine Science graduate, I always knew I wanted to build a career connected to the ocean. After working in a completely different field, I decided to make a career change and return to something I genuinely care about.

I started my journey at Oceans 5 with my Advanced Open Water, followed by React Right and Rescue, and eventually continued all the way to my Divemaster.

Throughout the journey, the team and instructors were incredibly supportive and patient. I learned so much not only about diving and safety, but also about marine life and how to explore the ocean with more respect and awareness.

I’m truly grateful to Oceans 5 for being part of such an important transition in my career and for helping me turn my passion for the ocean into something real.

Azkia Roziki

Azkia Roziki

Divemaster internship
2025

Now working at
Oceans 5 Gili Air
Gili Air, Indonesia

My Divemaster internship at Oceans 5 Gili Air was a special experience. What stood out most was how professionally the dive shop is run. I learned so much during my training and felt proud to be part of the team.

One of the best parts was meeting people from all over the world who became my friends. Sharing dives, learning together, and spending time on Gili Air gave me memories I’ll always treasure.

Now, working as a Divemaster at Oceans 5 Gili Air is a dream come true. I get to share my passion for the ocean with other divers and help them learn more about marine life and how to respect it.

Thank you, Oceans 5, for helping me turn my dream into reality!

Ready to Begin?

Whether you want to work in diving, become an SSI Dive Instructor or take your skills to a professional level, the Oceans 5 Divemaster Internship can help you take the next step.

Tell us your current certification, number of logged dives and preferred start date. We’ll help you choose the right pathway.

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