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Specialty Coffee & Sustainable Farming Internship
by: Beyond Travels
Gain hands-on experience in specialty coffee production while living in one of Costa Rica's most important coffee-growing regions, Los Santos. Participants work alongside local farmers, producers, and community organizations involved in coffee cultivation and processing. Activities may include farm work, harvesting, processing, roasting, quality control, and learning about the environmental and economic factors that shape specialty coffee markets. Interns gain insight into the full coffee value chain, from cultivation to consumer product, while exploring sustainable farming practices and community-based approaches to rural livelihoods. Depending on the season, participants may also engage in agroforestry, marketing, and coffee entrepreneurship initiatives. Living with a host family offers cultural immersion and insight into life in a coffee-producing community. This program is ideal for students and professionals interested in sustainable agriculture, food systems, business, rural development, and specialty coffee.
Gain hands-on experience in specialty coffee production while living in one of Costa Rica's most important coffee-growing regions, Los Santos. Participants work alongside local farmers, producers, and community organizations involved in coffee cultivation and processing. Activities may include farm work, harvesting, processing, roasting, quality control, and learning about the environmental and economic factors that shape specialty coffee markets. Interns gain insight into the full coffee value chain, from cultivation to consumer product, while exploring sustainable farming practices and community-based approaches to rural livelihoods. Depending on the season, participants may also engage in agroforestry, marketing, and coffee entrepreneurship initiatives. Living with a host family offers cultural immersion and insight into life in a coffee-producing community. This program is ideal for students and professionals interested in sustainable agriculture, food systems, business, rural development, and specialty coffee.
Program Highlights
Gain hands-on experience in specialty coffee production, from cultivation and harvesting to processing, roasting, and quality evaluation.
Live with a local host family in Costa Rica's Los Santos region and experience daily life in a coffee-growing community.
Learn about regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, and diversified farming systems that support environmental and economic resilience.
Explore cooperative business models, value-added production, and the specialty coffee value chain from farm to market.
Depending on the season and placement, develop skills related to coffee entrepreneurship, marketing, communications, tourism, or community development initiatives.
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Quick Details
- Costa Rica
- 1-3 Months
- Agriculture
- Business
- Horticulture
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Spanish
- Sustainable Development
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Costa Rica
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Agriculture
- Business
- Horticulture
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Spanish
- Sustainable Development
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-3 Months
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Couples
Starts At
- 2 weeks: $1,200
- 4 weeks: $2,400
- 6 weeks: $3,600
- 8 weeks: $4,800
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- In-Country Orientation
- Emergency Support
- Internship Placement
Program Cost Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
- International Airfare
- Vaccination Costs
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- Bachelor’s degree
- Associate degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Some college credit, no degree
- Master’s degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of activities will I participate in?
Participants may assist with coffee cultivation, harvesting, processing, roasting, quality control, and other activities depending on the season and placement. Responsibilities vary throughout the year and are designed around current farm and community needs.
Do I need experience in coffee production or agriculture?
No prior experience is required. This program is open to students and professionals interested in agriculture, sustainability, food systems, business, and specialty coffee. Participants receive guidance from local producers and coordinators.
Do I need Spanish to participate?
We welcome participants with beginner to advanced Spanish skills. Spanish is helpful for communicating with host families and local producers, but beginners can still participate. We recommend learning basic Spanish before arrival to support your integration.
What support is provided during the program?
Participants receive pre-arrival guidance, a local orientation, placement support, weekly one-on-one check-ins, and access to emergency support from our local team throughout their stay.
What are the living conditions like?
Participants live with host families in rural coffee-growing communities. Housing is modest but comfortable and includes basic amenities. Living with a host family offers cultural immersion and insight into local agricultural lifestyles.
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Gain hands-on experience in specialty coffee production while living in one of Costa Rica's most important coffee-growing regions, Los Santos. Participants work alongside local farmers, producers, and community organizations involved in coffee cultivation and processing. Activities may include farm work, harvesting, processing, roasting, quality control, and learning about the environmental and economic factors that shape specialty coffee markets. Interns gain insight into the full coffee value chain, from cultivation to consumer product, while exploring sustainable farming practices and community-based approaches to rural livelihoods. Depending on the season, participants may also engage in agroforestry, marketing, and coffee entrepreneurship initiatives. Living with a host family off...
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Ready to Learn More?
Gain hands-on experience in specialty coffee production while living in one of Costa Rica's most important coffee-growing regions, Los Santos. Participants work alongside local farmers, producers, and community organizations involved in coffee cultivation and processing. Activities may include farm work, harvesting, processing, roasting, quality control, and learning about the environmental and economic factors that shape specialty coffee markets. Interns gain insight into the full coffee value chain, from cultivation to consumer product, while exploring sustainable farming practices and community-based approaches to rural livelihoods. Depending on the season, participants may also engage in agroforestry, marketing, and coffee entrepreneurship initiatives. Living with a host family off...
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