• Volunteer in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama and Peru.
  • Make a difference in a variety of dynamic projects.
  • Flexible program options allow you to volunteer from one week up to six months, depending on the country.
  • Build your resume while gaining global experience in your field of study.
  • Take advantage of our fundraising guide to help you pay for the cost of your Volunteer Experience!
Volunteer Experience Latin America

Eligibility/Apply

APPLY

Click here to download your Application Packet

VOLUNTEER COSTA RICA

Eligibility:

  • be at least 18 years of age, and not older than 60 years of age
  • know at least basic Spanish - this is essential because not all park rangers speak English
  • have no health problems

VOLUNTEER ECUADOR

Eligibility:

  • be 18 years or over
  • have no major health problems
  • be moderately fit
  • a basic level of Spanish is required for all reserves. If you do not know any Spanish you can choose to attend a 2 week Spanish course in Quito prior to volunteering, arranged through our partner organization for an additional fee.

Note:  Although there are no restrictions on the nationality of volunteers that wish to participate in this program, you need to be able to obtain your Entry Visa independent of the volunteer organization.

VOLUNTEER PANAMA

Eligibility:

  • be at least 18 years of age
  • be physically fit
  • basic level of Spanish required for certain projects

VOLUNTEER PERU

Eligibility:

  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have no health problems
  • for the Healthcare Program (Clinic for mentally and physically disabled) volunteers must have a minimum basic level of Spanish.  For the clinic for low-income families, volunteers need to be med students or qualified nurses or doctors and be at an intermediate Spanish level.
  • for the Construction and Conservation/Wildlife programs volunteers must be physically fit

Simple and Easy Application Process

When you decide to volunteer in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Panama or Peru, you want to make it as simple and easy as possible and we do too! Just follow these simple steps. Applications are accepted year round. 

  1. Download the Application package
  2. Complete and return all the documents with payment to the CCUSA address on the cover letter.
  3. We will contact you within a week to arrange a personal interview and discuss your departure date.