Arafa Mohamed Jamsheed

Intern

Arafa joined Water solutions in 2023 as an intern with a keen interest in learning about our marine environment and offshore processes. She joined after finishing her O levels and shows a keen interest in surveying and environmental work.

Since joining she has worked onboard RV Odisea and WS Moresby on various projects for different expeditions. Arafa is a fast learner and is now able to control and navigate Multibeam and Seismic sensors during missions. She is now a junior surveyor for the surveying team.

Arafa is set to start her bachelors in science with foundation year for Ocean Exploration and Surveying in mid 2024 at the university of Plymouth. She paves the way for future generations of Maldivian marine experts and leaders.