Job Opportunities
We are always looking for talented individuals committed to the mission of Costa Rica Outward Bound. If you feel that your skills would be an asset to our organization, please send an email to our Communications Director at commdirector@crrobs.org and we will get back to you if we think there’s a potential fit for employment.
Communications Team Positions
Custom Course Manager
Costa Rica Outward Bound currently seeks a Custom Course Manager to join its communications team to promote, sell, and organize all details associated with the school’s customized adventure courses. The Communications Team of five is charged with increasing course participation across all target audiences and ensuring excellent customer service with regard to stakeholder communication – from prospective students, to families of students currently on course, to alumni and partners. The position requires a mature candidate with an understanding of living situations in Central America and the flexibility and persistence required to be successful working here.
You’ll be developing customized course offerings to appeal to audiences including but not limited to school groups, corporations, faith-based organizations, girl/boy scout troops, and families. After reviewing the full job description, please send a CV and Cover Letter explaining your interest and qualifications to Jeff Friend at commdirector@crrobs.org with “Employment: Custom Course Manager” in the subject line. Applications will be received on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Priority will be given to those able to start the soonest.
Programming & Facilities Team Positions
We are currently not accepting job applications for any Programming & Facilities Team Positions. Check back soon!
Field Instructor Positions
The vast majority of our instructors complete our Leadership Semester course, which is a great opportunity for anyone looking to work in the outdoor industry. For more information, visit our Leadership Semester course page.
Specific instructor position openings will be advertised on this site.
If you already have outdoor education or adventure experience as well as current outdoor certifications relevant to Costa Rica Outward Bound’s course offerings, submit a cover letter and your resume to Trey Jaskiewicz at programdirector@crrobs.org. Be sure to specify your certification level, availability and Spanish language proficiency.
In the video below, two past Leadership Semester course students talk about their experience and how it led to their field internships, and in turn their roles as lead instructors:
