Sustainable Development Internships in Costa Rica

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations ac

CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Fi

Come, live, and work abroad with an internship in Costa Rica through AIFS Abroad. San José is a city with a welcoming culture, surrounded by natural beauty, and many unique internship opportunities. The capital city of Costa Rica is considered the business center of Central America and has excellent

Discover the wonders of Costa Rica in a unique 14-day Teen Program designed for 15-17-year-olds. This adventure combines educational projects, cultural immersion, and exciting excursions in the heart of Costa Rica's rainforests and vibrant cities. With a group size of 8 to 13 participants, teens wil

CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and

At Roots, we believe valuable learning and making an impact can go hand-in-hand. That's why we offer academic internships with grassroots organizations around the world. As an intern, you'll have a unique work experience that will inspire you, enhance your career, and allow you to gain insight into

Costa Rica is a personal favorite of IGS staff members and a location we are all too happy to nudge students looking to practice their Spanish. In the capital city of San Jose, previous participants have worked at a language school where they assisted in the classroom and tutored children. One of ou

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservatio

Immerse yourself in the world of artisanal chocolate on a small farm in Heredia, Costa Rica, home to a unique social enterprise blending sustainability, education, and creativity. Interns engage with every step of the bean-to-bar process, learning traditional methods and human-powered production whi

Take part in an environmental protection program in Playa Ario, Costa Rica, where your hands-on experience creates real impact. This program offers a unique opportunity to actively contribute to conservation efforts while immersing yourself in a rich Costa Rican environment. This project is built ar

Costa Rica is home to extraordinary biodiversity, with rainforests, coral reefs, mangroves, and coastlines that support countless species. This Marine and Environmental Conservation Cohort Internship in Costa Rica is a 4-week program (January 4 – 31, 2026) designed for students, graduates, and natur

Join us in Costa Rica and participate in various community development projects in the town of Quepos. Get involved in construction projects ranging from fixing up educational centers to helping plant vegetables in community gardens. Assist with educational activities aimed at improving English clas

Join Texas Tech's full-service campus in Costa Rica and gain real-world, cross-cultural experience in one of Latin America's most dynamic economies. Beyond its breathtaking biodiversity and ecotourism, Costa Rica is a strategic business hub with over 300 multinational companies including U.S.-based

Join us for an inspiring experience: gain hands-on experience in environmental projects, bilingual education, sustainability initiatives, and community engagement while immersed in the local culture by living with a host family. Interns can work as full-time assistants to a classroom teacher where

Join a purpose-driven internship abroad and gain hands-on professional experience in one of the most biodiverse and culturally rich countries in the world. Propella’s Internship Experience places university students and recent graduates in immersive work environments across Costa Rica, where learnin