Eligibility/Apply
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:
- Complete the application form and return with 2 passport-size photos and your program fee to CCUSA.
- CCUSA will confirm that we have received your information and then CCUSA will contact you to arrange an interview.