WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

From Divemaster Trainee to Dive Professional

Our Divemaster internship is more than a course. It is the starting point for a professional diving career. Meet some of the people who trained at Oceans 5 Gili Air and discover where diving has taken them since.

Two pathways. One professional start.

Your Divemaster internship at Oceans 5 Gili Air is the start of your next chapter. Discover the pathway that fits your goals.

International interns

Divemaster → Instructor training → International opportunities

Build your confidence, diving skills and professional experience on Gili Air. Many international interns continue with the SSI Instructor Training Course, preparing for teaching opportunities around the world.

  1. Divemaster internship Develop your skills with guidance from our team.
  2. Practical training experience Assist instructors and learn how a dive centre operates.
  3. SSI Instructor Training Course Continue your education if teaching is your next goal.
  4. Explore your next destination Seek opportunities that match your qualifications and local work requirements.
Explore the international internship →

Indonesian interns

Divemaster → Employment opportunities → A career in Indonesia

For Indonesian participants, becoming an SSI Divemaster can be the professional qualification needed to begin a career in diving. Instructor training remains an option for those who want to take their education further.

  1. Build your diving foundation Strengthen your experience and meet the programme entry requirements.
  2. Divemaster internship Train with the Oceans 5 team on Gili Air.
  3. Qualify as an SSI Divemaster Develop the skills to guide certified divers and support instructors.
  4. Start your career journey Explore opportunities with dive centres, resorts and liveaboards in Indonesia.
Explore the Indonesian programme →

International alumni

May Ghalib

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Divemaster Internship October 2026

Qualification: Divemaster

Next step: SSI Instructor Training Course, March 2027

"Oceans 5 felt like home. The team helped me become a more confident diver and gave me lasting friendships, unforgettable memories and a deeper love for diving."

May Ghalib diving at Oceans 5 Gili Air

Fabiola Solari

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Divemaster Internship November 2025

Qualification: Dive Instructor

Completed: SSI Instructor Training Course, February 2026

"I stayed at Oceans 5 for my ITC after completing my Divemaster Course. Waz and the team gave me the skills, support and confidence to begin my diving career."

Fabiola Solari, Dive Instructor trained at Oceans 5 Gili Air

Indonesian alumni

Muhammad Zain Abdullah

Divemaster Internship June 2025

Qualification: SSI Divemaster

Now: Working as a Divemaster in Komodo, Indonesia

“I learned so much during my time there, not only about diving, guiding and safety, but also about being responsible and confident as a professional diver.”

Muhammad Zain Abdullah

Fajar Kasyifil Aziz

Divemaster Internship November 2025

Qualification: SSI Divemaster

Now: Working as a Divemaster in Morotai, Indonesia

“I got to be involved in everything — assisting courses, guiding guests and even helping out as boat crew. It was a very hands-on experience, and I learned so much along the way.”

Fajar Kasyifil Aziz

Diving careers across Indonesia and beyond

Our alumni are building their diving careers across Indonesia and around the world, from Komodo and Raja Ampat to Thailand and the Maldives.

Indonesian alumni
International alumni
Alumni diving careers in Indonesia and overseas A map of Indonesia showing Indonesian alumni destinations in orange: Lombok, Komodo, Sulawesi and Raja Ampat. International alumni destinations appear in blue: Bali, Thailand, the Philippines, the Maldives and Australia. INDONESIA Thailand Philippines Maldives Australia Lombok Komodo Sulawesi Raja Ampat Bali

Illustrated career routes. Small islands are enlarged for visibility. Overseas labels show destinations beyond the map.

In their own words

Real experiences. Real opportunities. Real careers.

May Ghalib
It’s not just a dive shop — it’s a family.

May Ghalib

Taking the SSI ITC in March 2027

Fabiola Solari
My Divemaster internship was all about building bonds and friendships.

Fabiola Solari

Completed the SSI ITC in February 2026

Muhammad Zain Abdullah
I’m grateful for the opportunity to complete my Divemaster internship at Oceans 5.

Muhammad Zain Abdullah

Divemaster in Komodo, Indonesia

Fajar Kasyifil Aziz
The Divemaster internship fulfilled my dream of becoming a Divemaster.

Fajar Kasyifil Aziz

Divemaster in Morotai, Indonesia

Book Your
Divemaster Internship

Secure your place and preferred start date with a 27% deposit. Once your deposit has been received, you will receive access to your SSI Divemaster digital learning materials so you can begin studying before arrival. The deposit is part of the total program price, and the remaining 73% is paid at the dive centre.