Specialty Coffee & Sustainable Farming Internship
Program Overview
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 ...
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.
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- 1-3 Months
- Agriculture
- Business
- Horticulture
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Spanish
Updated Jun 9, 2026
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Locations
- Costa Rica
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-3 Months
Starts At
- 2 weeks: $1,200
- 4 weeks: $2,400
- 6 weeks: $3,600
- 8 weeks: $4,800
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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.
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