Summer Volunteer Programs in Ecuador, South America
Program Overview
Travel, have fun, help, give back, gain experience, and try something new by volunteering in a meaningful and rewarding summer volunteer program in Ecuador with ELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs.
This program is designed for curious, passionate, and adventurous individuals interested in experiencing another country, making new friends, learning a language, and making a real contribution and positive impact on the lives of others. Volunteering opportunities include working with children in a school or childcare center, with animals in a shelter or veterinary clinic, with patients in a medical or healthcare center or hospital, with women in association, with disabled people in a foundation, with nature in a conservation project, or with seniors in a care center.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- Agriculture
- AIDS
- Animal Welfare
- Building & Construction Projects
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
- Computer Training
- Conservation
- Dental
- Eco-Tourism
- Education
- English Teaching
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Human Rights
- Journalism
- Legal Aide
- Media
- Microfinance
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Organic Farming
- Orphans
- Reforestation
- Senior Citizens
- Small Business Development
- Social Work
- Special Needs
- Street Children
- Teaching
- Tree Planting
- Veterinary Science
- Women
Updated Jul 14, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Ambato, Ecuador
- Cayambe, Ecuador
- Cotacachi, Ecuador
- Cuenca, Ecuador
- Ibarra, Ecuador
- La Libertad, Ecuador
- Latacunga, Ecuador
- Mindo, Ecuador
- Otavalo, Ecuador
- Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
- Puyo, Ecuador
- Quito, Ecuador
- Riobamba, Ecuador
- Rural Areas, Ecuador
- Salango, Ecuador
- Salinas, Ecuador
- Tena, Ecuador
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
- Other
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Written Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
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