The experience of so many first times

Interning with El Terreno was an incredible experience! Every aspect, from project organization to social activities and daily life, was meticulously planned and executed perfectly. Joshua, the founder, is truly one of the most inspiring individuals you could meet. He settled in the area, built everything from the ground up, is doing his best to improve the lives of not just the Atandahua community, but the surrounding areas as well—all while raising a family and personally checking in on every intern to ensure everything runs smoothly.

I often describe it as an experience of many "firsts": my first time in Latin America, my first time working in a fully Spanish-speaking environment, my first community-based project, and my first time tackling a project completely outside my expertise. And everything went exceptionally well. Life in Quilico was also fantastic, offering all the comforts we needed— a spacious kitchen, comfortable beds, excellent Wi-Fi, hot showers, and great company with fellow interns. Without a doubt, this is an experience I would recommend to anyone looking to volunteer in Latin America.