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Community Engagement in San Jose, Costa Rica
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San José, the capital city, is in the central valley of the Costa Rican rainforest. As the cultural, economic, and political center of Costa Rica, this is where most people live, work, and play. Here, you can experience a vibrant and busy Latin American metropolis while also having the rest of the country's pristine natural wonders nearby. We provide opportunities to serve dozens of local NGOs, s...
San José, the capital city, is in the central valley of the Costa Rican rainforest. As the cultural, economic, and political center of Costa Rica, this is where most people live, work, and play. Here, you can experience a vibrant and busy Latin American metropolis while also having the rest of the country's pristine natural wonders nearby. We provide opportunities to serve dozens of local NGOs, schools, clinics, and businesses through structured programs offered all year round. Program participants can work with host organizations in a variety of fields and areas: museums, local schools, youth and disability centers, health clinics, and several others. Through service at a local organization and guided reflection-based curriculum, our goal is to help you gain a better understanding of the...
Program Highlights
Receive personalized advice on service opportunities and program options that are the best fit for you, as well as confirmation of the community-based organization.
Begin your transition to daily life and culture in Costa Rica on the Bridging Cultures Program, our in-country orientation.
Benefit from our office located near the Veritas campus, enjoy the company of your fellow service-learning participants and students, and use the Wi-Fi Internet provided at the office.
Have the opportunity to earn academic credit.
Demonstrate the professional, cultural, and personal competencies you acquired while on the program through reflection-based assignments and activities.
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- San Jose, Costa Rica
- Multiple Year
- Summer
- AIDS
- Animal Welfare
- Anthropology See more
- American
- Canadian
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Locations
- San Jose, Costa Rica
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- AIDS
- Animal Welfare
- Anthropology
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Multiple Year
- Summer
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- Canadian
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Some Accommodation
- Some Program Activity Costs
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Transcript
- Resume
- Online Application
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San José, the capital city, is in the central valley of the Costa Rican rainforest. As the cultural, economic, and political center of Costa Rica, this is where most people live, work, and play. Here, you can experience a vibrant and busy Latin American metropolis while also having the rest of the country's pristine natural wonders nearby. We provide opportunities to serve dozens of local NGOs, schools, clinics, and businesses through structured programs offered all year round. Program participants can work with host organizations in a variety of fields and areas: museums, local schools, youth and disability centers, health clinics, and several others. Through service at a local organization and guided reflection-based curriculum, our goal is to help you gain a better understanding of the...
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San José, the capital city, is in the central valley of the Costa Rican rainforest. As the cultural, economic, and political center of Costa Rica, this is where most people live, work, and play. Here, you can experience a vibrant and busy Latin American metropolis while also having the rest of the country's pristine natural wonders nearby. We provide opportunities to serve dozens of local NGOs, schools, clinics, and businesses through structured programs offered all year round. Program participants can work with host organizations in a variety of fields and areas: museums, local schools, youth and disability centers, health clinics, and several others. Through service at a local organization and guided reflection-based curriculum, our goal is to help you gain a better understanding of the...
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