Microplastics Research Volunteer Program

I completed a three month internship at Archipelagos researching microplastics. My highlight was meeting like-minded people who share my concern for the environment. The microplastics team was small compared to the others but working with Anastasia (Scientific Director) and Beatriz (Senior Supervisor, also doing her PhD on marine mammals) was really inspiring and I learnt a lot independently working on a project. I also got involved in other team's studies like hiking for terrestrial reptile surveys, kayak surveys with the GIS team, a marine ecology octopus snorkel, and marine mammal boat surveys. There is so many ways to add to the projects at the institute and everyone is encouraged to get involved and share ideas.
I fell in love with Samos whist there. The hiking and rock climbing is beautiful and there's a lot to look at for anyone interested in entomology. The locals are really friendly! I recommend the experience to anyone passionate about conservation wanting to try living out of their comfort zone and meet amazing people.