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Volunteer Abroad Programs in Costa Rica

Nature conservation, wildlife, education, health, child care and community programs for college students, adults, couples, families and volunteers under 18. Volunteer abroad in Costa Rica.

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Animal Husbandry Internship

Animal Husbandry Internship

The prime responsibilities of the Animal Husbandry Intern are to ensure the animals are fed and cared for and enclosures are clean.

  • Academic
    Credit
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Training
    Provided
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Voluntary Work at Animal Rescue Centre

Voluntary Work at Animal Rescue Centre

An opportunity to collaborate with the objectives of the rescue centre and get involved in the conservation of wildlife.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
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Tropical Bird Monitoring Intern

Tropical Bird Monitoring Intern

Our nature reserve is looking for research interns to conduct bird point count and walking surveys for our ongoing bird monitoring study.

  • Bus Station
    Pickup
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Field Assistants for Monkey Project

Field Assistants for Monkey Project

We seek field assistants to work as part of our research program on social learning and behavioural ecology in wild capuchin monkeys.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free
    Flights
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Stipend /
    Small Salary
  • Training
    Provided
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Wildlife Biology Internship

Wildlife Biology Internship

Our non-profit organization is looking for Wildlife Biology or Conservation Education interns that can make a 12-week long commitment.

  • Academic
    Credit
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
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Research Assistants for Nesting Turtle Project

Research Assistants for Nesting Turtle Project

Research Assistants lead night patrols and oversee morning census, and provide training for incoming interns.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Stipend /
    Small Salary
  • Training
    Provided
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Research Assistants for Sea Turtle Nesting Conservation Program

Research Assistants for Sea Turtle Nesting Conservation Program

Research assistants assist in all aspects of running the project, and will gain hands-on experience working with sea turtles.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Punta Mala-Playa Hermosa Sea Turtle Conservation Program

Punta Mala-Playa Hermosa Sea Turtle Conservation Program

Help protect nesting sea turtles and support the sustainable development of the local communities.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Sustainable Development and Climate Action

Sustainable Development and Climate Action

Help promote food independence, carbon sequestration and sustainable development through environmental education.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Volunteer at Animal Rescue Center

Volunteer at Animal Rescue Center

Our volunteers and interns are a very meaningful part of the rescue center, and their on-going contribution has a real impact on the animals lives.

  • Airport
    Pickup
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Community Education Focused On Sustainability

Community Education Focused On Sustainability

We are looking for volunteers with interests in sustainability and the sharing of knowledge!

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Yoga Instructor

Yoga Instructor

Yoga volunteers will usually teach 1 yoga class daily and help 2-3 hours in other areas, according to the needs of the eco lodge and farm.

  • Bus Station
    Pickup
  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Internet
    Access
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