Volunteering can also be a way for students to extend their stay in Costa Rica and continue practicing Spanish after they have finished their studies at CPI.  

Our volunteer program constantly changes with the needs of the community and with the requests of the students.  Current positions include opportunities in social services, business, environment, teaching, child care, women's issues and the construction of housing for the poor through the programs of Habitat for Humanity (see below).  

Though there is no extra fee to students interested in volunteering, our volunteer program is limited to students (minimum of two weeks) of CPI only.  Please note that most volunteer placements require a minimum committment of 3 weeks. 

If you are planning on studying at CPI and would like more detailed information on volunteer possibilities, please contact us.  
 

Habitat for Humanity-Costa Rica, currently has two regional affiliates, with two more projected to begin building during June and September 2000.  They have constructed 144 houses, with 35 currently under construction in the San Ramon affiliate, and 9 in Peninsula Nicoya.  After finishing their studies at CPI students may choose any one of the building locations to participate in the construction of housing for low income families. 

There is no minimum time committment for this volunteer position.  Volunteers are housed with local families for the cost of $12 per day (the families provide breakfast and dinner).  Please visit www.habitat.org for more information on this global volunteer program.