Field Instructor Intern

October 12, 2022

Outward Bound Costa Rica

Tres Ríos

OTHER

Field Instructor Intern
JOB DESCRIPTION
Founded in 1994, Outward Bound Costa Rica offers a range of experiential education programs to high
school, college students and adults that promise challenging physical activities across Costa Rica and
Panama, with a focus on personal development, leadership, and cultural immersion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Field instructor interns play a crucial role in students’ experiences and aid in the successful delivery of an
Outward Bound Costa Rica course. They help ensure the safety of students, that the course objectives
are accomplished, and the activities on course encompass the Outward Bound philosophy.
This role requires extensive interpersonal skills in order maintain communication between instructors,
students, and office staff. Candidates must have high proficiency in written and verbal English, be
conversant in Spanish, and have strong attention to detail.
Field instructor interns report directly to the Operations and Program Director. This position requires
to live at our rainforest base in Costa Rica from May/June through August, and duties are 24/7
throughout the duration of our multi-day courses.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Help lead instructors develop and run course activities

Help plan lessons, menus, and accommodation options alongside instructors/

Program Director

Prepare gear and other equipment for course
Help manage paperwork related to each course
Learn from instructors/Program Director

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

Dynamic interpersonal skills
Experience managing people
Proven customer service
Strong organizational skills
Motivated to initiate and lead projects
Creative and professional writing skills
Good physical condition e.g. for multi-day hiking
Strong swimmer

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES

Cultural sensitivity
Strong cross-cultural communication skills
English and Spanish language skills (conversational ability or above strongly preferred)
Personal interest in the outdoors and the mission of Outward Bound
Ability to multi-task and stay focused despite regular interruption
Positive attitude and sense of humor
Tenacity about traveling and ability to create personal connections outside of the work

environment

Ability to manage conflict professionally

CERTIFICATIONS

Basic First Aid & CPR/AED
Wilderness First Aid/Responder
Lifeguarding with Waterfront Module
Whitewater Raft Guide License Level 2/3
NAUI Basic/Advanced Open Water Scuba Diver

Not required, but highly recommended

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Salary paid at a daily rate
Travel insurance coverage by Trawick International
Access to Outward Bound Costa Rica courses and equipment for personal use when available
Use of Manuel Antonio beach base when approved by the Program Director

HOW TO APPLY
Submit cover letter and resume to Daniel Jimenez, Program Director, at
daniel@outwardboundcr.org. Specify “Field Instructor Intern” in the subject line. Be sure to
include details on your availability, both for interviews and ultimate start date.
No phone calls please. Applications are due on a rolling basis.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available