Volunteer in Ecuador

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Guayaquil

Term: Throughout the year 
Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: throughout the year

Description: Volunteer Opportunities:

Guayaquil: Ecuador is one of those rare destinations in the world that seems to have a unique combination of natural beauty, intriguing history and vibrant culture. Nestled along the Equator, much of the country still remains wild and uncharted.

Volunteer or intern in Ecuador's most populated city, Guayaquil. With easy access to the Galapagos Island and Quito, Guayaquil provides interns with many opportunities for travel as well as involvement in the local community.

Spend your two weeks, a month or a semester interning or volunteering to enrich your future and grow your perspectives.

* Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city
* Live with local families for immersion
* Study Spanish with other interns
* Intern at a Special Education School
* Travel to the Galapagos Island
* Volunteer at an orphanage
* In-country intern support services

Highlights:
* Experience first hand the Ecuadorian culture by living with host families.
* Help local organizations improve the quality of life for many Ecuadrian families and children.
* Experience the rich culture and geographic diversity Ecuador has to offer.
* Gain a valuable experience in giving back to Ecuadorian communities while learning marketable skills.

Ecuador is one of those rare destinations in the world that seems to have the right combination of natural beauty, intriguing history, and vibrant culture. Nestled along the Equator in the northwest corner of the South American continent, much of the country still remains wild and uncharted. It is home to the highest active volcano in the world, pristine Pacific beaches, and virgin tropical rainforests as well as ancient Incan history now echoed through the lively Ecuadorian culture.

"Volunteering in Guayaquil, Ecuador was a life-changing experience for me. I made a difference and it was fun and educational too. The best trip ever!" - Sashanna Saunches

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: $1,175 (2 weeks); $1,500 (1 month); $2,450 (2 months); $3,400 (3 months) Longer Placements Available

Not Included: Round-trip airfare, personal expenses, some meals, airport taxes, visa expenses, daily transportation expenses.

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 16+ years old

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of different sizes

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

International Education Programs at Jacksonville University's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000