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Internship Opportunities
The Hope Center in San José, Costa Rica, is a lifeline for hundreds of students living in extreme poverty.
Long-Term Internship
We are seeking 7 long-term interns to serve for 10 weeks, (May 20 – Aug 2, 2026). Applicants should be 19–23 years old and at least one year out of high school.
Short-Term Internship
We are also seeking 2 short-term interns to serve for 5 weeks (June 26 – August 2, 2026). These positions are for recent high school graduates, age 18.
Don’t miss the deadline
applications close December 1, 2025
Who is this for?
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?
What will you do?
You will serve alongside our Hope Partners Costa Rica local staff. Interns will lead short-term missions teams to bring compassion and hope to vulnerable children.
What will you experience?
What will you experience?
Interns will experience international leadership development and discipleship alongside long term leaders in Costa Rica.
Internship Overview
Answer God’s Call to serve, and discover His Heart in Costa Rica.
Leadership
Interns serve alongside our Hope Partners Costa Rica staff. They work together to lead week-long missions teams to bring justice and hope to vulnerable children. They have a heart for the world, and desire to learn and work in a global ministry setting. By learning from the team around them, interns are empowered to exercise their servant leadership, actively living out the gospel and engaging those they lead to do the same.
Community
With a heart for Jesus and His people, a desire to develop a greater world view, and passion to serve, our interns get to experience life in another country. Together with other 18-23 year olds, this experience revolves around the community and friendships built with those they are doing life with, whether working together or living together. Learning what it means to have a true kingdom community is a key component.
Confronting Inequality and Vulnerability
Serving families living in vulnerable environments is at the core of what we do. We believe that people are not defined by the circumstances they live in and that God has a good plan for His children. They just need someone to be there for them that provide pathways to a better future. And that is what interns get to do with us.
Discipleship
Discipleship lies at the core of this summer experience. We know God is writing a great, big story that we may get to be a small part of. But, through intentional discipleship we can steward the time, resources, and opportunities given to us to further the kingdom in this life-long walk with Jesus.
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
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Internship Details
- Long-term Interns: May 20th – August 2nd
Cost: $3,950 (Includes lodging, all meals, local medical insurance, ground transportation, and an exploration weekend. Airfare not included.) - Short-term Interns: June 26th – August 2nd
Cost: $2,950 (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:
- Phone Interview with Hope Partners Staff
- Video interviews with 2–3 Hope Partners staff
- Reference checks (Pastor, Serving Leader, and Personal)
- Color Temperament Assessment
Throughout the process, each applicant will be updated on their status. Final decisions will be communicated by December 20, 2025.
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.