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Work exchange opportunities in South America

242 opportunities found

Hostel Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Fique numa casa super acolhedora ajudando a cuidar dela. :)

26h/week Cleaning Housekeeping
At least 3 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Inn Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Nossa pousada familiar no Rio de Janeiro precisa da sua ajuda!

32h/week Reception Night Shift Kitchen Hand Cleaning
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • High demand
  • Needs help immediately

Hostel Última Esperanza, Chile

Bienvenidos a la casa de amigos del fin del mundo en Patagonia!

25h/week Night Shift Cleaning Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand
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A day living in the mountains in India⛰️
My morning volunteering in Malaysia 🦋​
Volunteering at a dog shelter in Peru 🐶
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Hostel Última Esperanza, Chile

Ayúdanos a promocionar nuestro hostal en la Patagonia!

25h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Última Esperanza, Chile

Gracias por tu interés =)

25h/week Arts Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing Gardening
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Florianópolis, Brazil

Junte-se a nós como recepcionista!

24h/week Night Shift Cleaning Administration Reception
From 3 to 5 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Florianópolis, Brazil

Ajude-nos a manter nosso hostel limpo!

24h/week Cleaning Housekeeping
From 3 to 5 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hostel Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Venha nos ajudar na limpeza e arrumação do hostel e curta Belo Horizonte!

20h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Kitchen Hand Cooking
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Inn Itacaré, Brazil

Manutenção/reparos gerais na casa com vista mais linda da cidade

25h/week Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing Gardening
From 2 to 6 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Inn Ilha Grande, Brazil

Vaga para atendimento e servir hóspedes

30h/week Housekeeping Cleaning Reception Bartending
From 1 to 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Guest House Salvador, Brazil

Seja voluntári@ em um centro criativo e multicultural! 🎨🌍

21h/week Arts Music Party Promoter
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • High demand

Hostel Buenos Aires, Argentina

@IlveroHostel Join us! Content creator! + Activitie leader :)

22h/week Party Promoter Photography Video Making Social Media
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Guest House Salvador, Brazil

Seja voluntário do nosso projeto!

21h/week Arts Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing
At least 1 week Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • High demand

Hostel Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

🌙 Night Guardian Wanted — Keep the Magic Alive While Rio Sleeps!

32h/week Night Shift Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Reception
From 4 to 8 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • High demand

Hotel Provincia de Cartagena, Colombia

Deja tu huella artística pintando en nuestro hostal

30h/week Painting & Decorating Arts
From 30 to 60 days Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hotel Valparaíso, Chile

Stay in the most recycled Hotel in Chile

25h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Kitchen Hand
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Why work abroad in a hostel in South America?

South America is one of the best destinations to work abroad, with amazing sites and culture. Work exchange in South America can be your chance to develop new skills, like learning spanish! Besides, each country is special in its own way. You can go deep into the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Ecuador or Peru. Go to Argentina to hike in Patagonia or admire amazing wildlife in the Galapagos Islands. Work in a hostel in South America and save money while you meet the world!

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Do I need a visa to work exchange in South America?

In general, a tourist visa is enough for a work exchange program in South America. Each country has its own requirements, but most South-american countries are pretty open to foreigners. For example in Peru, Europeans and North-americans can stay up to 183 days with a tourist visa! In Brazil, Americans can apply for the new e-visa, making it easier to get to the country without having to apply in person at an embassy.

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Work exchange in South America with Worldpackers

You don’t have to pick only one country to work in exchange for housing in South America! At Worldpackers you will find hostels, camping sites, NGOs and much more in several countries of this continent. Use your skills to exchange work for accomodation in South America. You can start by making a profile. Once you provide info about your skills and travel goals, find a host that suits you and make your trip happen by becoming a member of the Worldpackers community.

How Worldpackers works: the complete guide

Time to prepare for your trip as a worldpacker!

How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

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