Work-for-training scuba diving internships can offer valuable experience, but they come with risks. Many internships may not provide proper training or could lead to a situation where trainees do more menial tasks rather than focus on their education. While some dive centers may use these internships as a way to get free labor, potential interns should be wary of their decision as costs can add up quickly for living expenses. It’s important to know what you’re getting into, so do thorough research and consider fixed-price courses that offer structured training instead.