Internships in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

I loved every second about my internship, especially the responsibilities I was given. It was a really interesting experience. ‎Nely was amazing! She was so warm, welcoming and patient. I truly feel like she was the best possible teacher for me! Thank you so much!

The medical internship was amazing. I interned at Hogar Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza and was able to be fully immersed in Costa Rican culture by participating in La Romería with the patients. In addition, I was able to learn so many medical terms in Spanish and was able to do many hands-on patient care activities within the clinic.

What I enjoyed the most during my Coral Restoration internship in Costa Rica was the people I met. It allowed me to make many friends from different walks of life and it helped develop my social skills.

When I first got here to Cusco all the people of Maximo made me feel very welcomed. I got placed into my internship and Spanish class and was not sure how both were going to be, but after the first days of both I thought they were both great. The overall facilities of maximo are great aswell any time during they week if you want a tea or coffee you can come in and get it for free.

Everybody was so helpful and supportive. It felt comfortable the entire time! I would 100% do it again. The experience, culture and Spanish classes were amazing, and Maximo Nivel was always checking in and ready to help.

I did a 4-week veterinary internship with Maximo Nivel in Costa Rica and had the most incredibly time! The people I worked with at my placement were incredibly patient and helpful in learning both Spanish and veterinary skills. The Maximo team does a great job at checking up with you and making you feel comfortable. I absolutely recommend any of Maximo Nivel’s internship programs!

I needed to complete a TEFL internship to satisfy my university's graduation requirements, and the prerequisites for my internship course were somewhat specific, so I needed to find a program that was flexible and able to provide a large amount of hours within two months. Maximo Nivel's internship program was able to deliver on these requirements, and from the beginning I was impressed with how easy it was to communicate with the staff via email and how smooth the process was to make sure that all my requirements were met. The accommodation was great, and at one point when I got sick, Maximo Nivel contacted the local clinic, and in a very short period of time, I received the medical care that I needed. The environment was extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful, and there were many weekly events to meet both locals and other interns and volunteers working with Maximo Nivel.

I felt very supported when applying and leading up to the program. Any questions I had were answered within 24 hours. My Program Manager was amazing and she was able to help me with any questions or concerns I had. I enjoyed being able to create long-lasting friendships with people from all over the world and share the experience of coral restoration. Being able to scuba dive every day with my fellow interns and learn more about marine conservation felt surreal as I get to apply my knowledge and skills to my future career in the ocean conservation field. I will forever remember this experience and will continue to keep the friendships I have made during this amazing opportunity! Being exposed to new cultures will allow me to continue to be open-minded about future countries I visit, as this trip to Costa Rica allowed me to step out of my comfort zone and grow more independent as a person.

My time at Maximo was so formative! My Spanish teachers were so helpful and I learned so much in my weeks there. The Maximo team made it so easy to navigate a new city and made sure that I accomplished all that I set out to during my stay. My internship placement was amazing and I met so many wonderful people. I definitely recommend!

As a young, female, solo-traveler, I felt extremely safe and my host family was lovely! Maximo took care of all of my travel plans to Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, and a bunch of other places! The staff is awesome and so friendly. I was able to accomplish so much during my internship. My placement covered many different areas of interest and I learned some really cool stuff! Would (and have) recommend Maximo Nivel to all of my friends!

My internship placement could not have been better. I had the pleasure of meeting so many people there. I really enjoyed living in Cheli's extra apartment. I will say though that she's not the most flexible with eating times. Other than that, great!

All the questions I had were answered quickly and thoroughly. Costa Rica was a truly amazing experience, I felt pretty nervous in the beginning when I just arrived because you don't know if you click with everyone. Then all these amazing people arrived and we all clicked, we planned multiple weekend trips with our group, which was amazing. All the people from the local team were truly amazing, the sweetest people, if you have a problem they are 100% ready to help you. They are interested in all their interns, I got some information for coral restoration people on Curacao, they helped with my research and complimented me on it. I can't imagine my live without having met these people, and the best part is that a lot want to come dive with me in Curacao. I mean that's just amazing!! Love all of them.

The guidance was very helpful and I always received fast responses from Intern Abroad HQ. I most enjoyed the people I met. The instructors were amazing and very helpful. It was easy to learn from them and gain insight on what possible careers could look like in my field.

I most enjoyed the hands-on fieldwork, particularly participating in coral nursery maintenance and reef monitoring dives, where I could see the direct impact of conservation efforts. This internship strengthened my technical skills in data collection, observation, and teamwork, while also improving my adaptability and cross-cultural communication. Professionally, it clarified my career goals in marine biology and conservation by connecting classroom knowledge to real-world application. On a personal level, it increased my confidence, patience, and appreciation for community-based environmental work and allowed me to make some great friends and see all the amazing things that Costa Rica has to offer.

When I got here, I was pretty nervous about the internship. I had never stayed away from home in Texas for more than 5 days and now I was going to stay over 2400 miles away from home in a different continent for a whole month. However, all my nervousness disappeared when I sat through the orientation with Mr. Lucas. He described everything in a manner that calmed my nerves and introduced me to the amazing staff as well. Mr. Aarons and Mrs. McMullen checked in on me while I was at my internship to make sure everything was running smoothly and answered any and all questions I had. I highly recommend Maximo Nivel Peru, and as long as you're in the hands of the fine lady and gentlemen I have mentioned above, you will love your experience as much I have!

I have spent the last 2 weeks interning at Brew Brothers, a specialty café in Mercado de San Blas. I'm currently working on designing their merch, which has given me exposure to new tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Being able to work in a market has been such an awesome experience. I've loved meeting customers every day and getting to hear their stories. I have 6 more weeks here and I can't wait to see what else I learn!

AMAZING! Fue una experiencia única, la recomiendo mucho. Debes tener la mente abierta y abierto a compartir una nueva cultura y nuevas comidas. Visite muchos lugares y es un lugar lleno de naturaleza. El internado fue la mejor decisión! Si puedes tener la oportunidad lo recomiendo mucho! The best!

I’ve been volunteering with Maximo Nivel the past two months! I’ve really enjoyed the organization and the people that I’ve met along the way. I love my host family. She cooks amazing food and is always there to help me. The team is wonderful and I would highly recommend Maximo Nivel!

Recently, I had the opportunity to intern in various fields, which was fundamental for my professional and personal growth. I started as an administrative assistant at Cepi Service, where I learned about the importance of organization and teamwork. My tasks included managing documents, customer service, and supporting the daily activities of the team. This experience showed me how crucial efficient administration is for the smooth operation of a company. Next, I worked as a receptionist at the Minowoo restaurant. This role allowed me to develop communication and customer service skills, handling different situations quickly and efficiently. The dynamic and challenging environment helped me enhance my ability to work under pressure, something I consider essential in any career. At Organizações ELC, as a sales associate, I had the chance to understand the retail business. I learned to identify customer needs and provide suitable solutions, which resulted in an increase in sales. This experience was very rewarding, as I could see the direct impact of my work on customer relationships. Finally, my experience as a stockroom attendant at Grupo Castel gave me insight into logistics and inventory management. I learned the importance of accuracy in counting and organizing products, as well as how every detail is vital for the success of the operation. What I appreciated most about all these experiences was the variety of roles I undertook, as each brought unique challenges and learning opportunities. I faced difficulties, such as the need to quickly adapt to different work environments, which taught me to be flexible and develop problem-solving skills. Overall, my internship experiences were extremely enriching. I recommend this path to anyone looking for practical and diverse learning in various fields. I am excited to apply everything I learned in future professional opportunities.

Great time with everyone here, the staff was super nice, and there were great opportunities to meet other people. You just have to put yourself out there! The internship itself was also lovely the staff was so welcoming!