Costa Rica Internships
Intern in Costa Rica with Intern Abroad HQ and discover beautiful beaches, volcanoes, and wildlife. Choose from a wide range of short-term internship programs in Costa Rica, including Marine Biology, Environmental Conservation, Women’s Education, Special Education, Healthcare, Physiotherapy, Veterinary, Media & Advertising, and Microfinance. With affordable fees and top rated programs, Intern Abroad HQ offers the best internship opportunities in Costa Rica for students, graduates, career changers, and gap year travelers!
- Program Fees from US$1,399 for 2 weeks
- Includes arrangement of your placement, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals, and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in homestays
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Internships are based in Manuel Antonio and San Ramon de Alajuela
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Internships begin on the first and third Monday of each month
Internship opportunities
Coral Restoration
Intern with a local Marine Conservation organization in Manuel Antonio. Upskill as a conservationist and contribute toward the preservation of precious ecosystems.
Environmental Conservation
Support local conservationists on sustainability projects in Costa Rica’s unique cloud rainforests and reserves. Basic Spanish language skills required.
Environmental Education
Environmental Education interns are involved with projects, lessons and workshops that collaborate with schools, communities and tourism companies.
Healthcare
Healthcare internships in Costa Rica are suitable for healthcare students from pre-med level and up. This is a Spanish-speaking internship.
Marine Biology
Gain Marine Biology experience alongside a Marine Conservation NPO in Costa Rica. Enhance your PADI skills and support the preservation of marine ecosystems.
Media & Advertising
Customized media and advertising internships are perfect for those interested in advertising and media. This is a Spanish-speaking internship.
Microfinance
Assist local entrepreneurs in fields including lending, marketing, financial literacy, planning, accounting and more! This is a Spanish-speaking internship.
Physical Therapy
An ideal internship to gain experience, supporting patients with treatments under the guidance of professionals. This is a Spanish-speaking internship.
Special Education
Special education interns provide hands-on care and teaching assistance in centers for disabled students. Basic Spanish language skills required.
Sustainable Business & Tourism
Intern with a nonprofit to assist with business and growth strategy, while learning about the key pillars of sustainable development.
Veterinary & Animal Care
Veterinary internships provide placements with vet clinics, assisting local vets and supporting treatment. Basic Spanish language skills required.
Women's Education
Support women’s empowerment by hosting classes, teaching job skills, and assisting with awareness campaigns. This is a Spanish-speaking internship.
”My goal for my Environmental internship was to pinpoint where exactly my interests lie. This internship has helped me discover what area I want to continue my studies in, and how this can forge a path for my future career in Environmental Conservation. Exchanges like this have proved incredibly beneficial, as it has given me the opportunity to gain a more worldly perspective, which will only make my skills more universal.”
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