Costa Rica Summer Internship
with Hope Partners

Hope Partners Costa Rica exists to rescue children and transform their lives through acts of compassion. We establish Centers of Hope in some of the most impoverished parts of the world to care for the most vulnerable among us.

Internship Opportunities

The Hope Center in San Jose, Costa Rica, is a lifeline for hundreds of students currently living in extreme poverty.

We are seeking 6 long-term interns to serve for 10 weeks, from May 24th to July 28th, 2025.
These interns will be 19 to 23 years old and at least one year out of high school.

Additionally, we are looking for 2 short-term interns to serve for 5 weeks, from June 27th to July 28th, 2025.
These interns will be 18 years old and recent high school graduates.

Save these dates

With short-term interns serving June 27th to July 28th, 2025

Who is
this for?

College aged individuals between the ages of 18-23, who have a heart for the world, and desire to learn and work in a global ministry setting.

What will
you do?

You will serve alongside our missionaries and the local staff. Interns will lead short-term missions teams to bring justice and hope to vulnerable children.

What will you experience?

Interns will experience international leadership development and discipleship alongside long term leaders in Costa Rica.

Internship Overview

  • Serving in programs of rescue and transformation of the Hope Center
  • Leading beside our Hope Partners Costa Rica staff with short-term mission trip season
  • Leadership Development and Discipleship
  • Experience the culture and the beauties of Costa Rica

Intern Qualifications

  • Must be between the ages of 18-23
  • A heart for Jesus and His people
  • Have a desire to develop a greater world view
  • Passion to serve
  • Must be teachable, humble, and have a willingness to grow in his/her character

Take a peak

This is a little glimpse of what Abi Schlesinger experienced. This could be you!

Internship Details

  • Long-term Interns: May 24th – July 28th
    Cost: $3,550 (Includes lodging, all meals, local medical insurance, ground transportation, and an exploration weekend. Airfare not included.)
  • Short-term Interns: June 27th – July 28th
    Cost: $2,550 (Includes lodging, all meals, local medical insurance, ground transportation, and an exploration weekend. Airfare not included.)

All costs are tax-deductible through Hope Partners International, a 501(c)(3) organization. Interns will stay in safe, supervised housing with an HPCR staff member.

The application process involves:

  • Video interviews with 2–3 Hope Partners staff
  • Reference checks (Pastor, Serving Leader, and Personal)
  • StrengthsFinder assessment

Throughout the process, each applicant will be updated on their status. Final decisions will be communicated by December 20, 2024.

Ready to become a Hope Partners Costa Rica Intern?

We are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to meet each intern God brings our way. As we move forward, we remain committed to the vision He has given us for the Intern Program: to equip passionate young people with the chance to grow as leaders, experience the transformative power of discipleship, gain a deeper understanding of poverty, and live in a vibrant community dedicated to serving God’s people across the globe.