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Work exchange opportunities in South America

272 opportunities found

Hostel Pereira, Colombia

¡Forma parte de nuestro equipo y explora Colombia!

30h/week Night Shift Housekeeping Party Promoter Reception
From 2 to 6 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Hostel Acandí, Colombia

Ven a ayudar a nuestro ecolodge en Acandí, Colombia

32h/week Night Shift Kitchen Hand Cleaning Reception
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.5
  • New

Hostel Pichilemu, Chile

Come be our receptionist in Pichilemu, Chile!

30h/week Night Shift Administration Reception
From 3 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval
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Hostel Candelária, Brazil

Recepção noturna em Hostel Turistico no meio do Rio Grande do Sul

25h/week Night Shift Tour Guide Cleaning Reception
From 2 to 11 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hospitality Talara, Peru

Ayudanos en nuestra pizzería y conoce la magia de Lobitos!

20h/week Gardening Night Shift Cleaning Housekeeping
At least 3 weeks Private Room
  • 5.0

Hostel Bucaramanga, Colombia

Conoce increíbles personas y haz nuevos amigos en nuestro hostal!

25h/week Reception Night Shift
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Surf Camp San Andrés, Colombia

Help us with our Sporting Event at a paradisiac island🏝️

24h/week Night Shift Administration Reception
At least 5 days Tent
  • 1.0

Other Punta Arenas, Chile

Ayúdanos con recepción y aprovecha Chile!

30h/week Housekeeping Night Shift Reception
From 2 to 4 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hostel Petrópolis, Brazil

Voluntário(a)Pousada Demuner - Apoio na Recepção e Tarefas Gerais

32h/week Night Shift Housekeeping Reception
From 1 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Yerba Buena, Argentina

Ven a formar parte de nuestro equipo y auxiliar en la limpieza, portería y cafetería!

24h/week Night Shift Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0

Hostel Jericoacoara, Brazil

Venha pra Jeri e faça parte da nossa família! :)

24h/week Night Shift Kitchen Hand Cleaning Reception
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Otavalo, Ecuador

🌟 Voluntariado en hostel acogedor en el corazón de Otavalo 🌟

30h/week Night Shift Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm

Hostel Mendoza, Argentina

Aqui el Mejor Hostel de Mendoza

32h/week Night Shift Housekeeping Reception
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Hostel Pelotas, Brazil

Voluntario para atendimento em Hostel alto astral em Pelotas

30h/week Night Shift Bartending Cleaning Reception
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Guest House Cusco, Peru

Estamos buscando a alguien que nos ayude en la casa

20h/week Kitchen Hand Gardening Night Shift Cleaning
From 30 days to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel ushuaia, Argentina

Ushuaia, fin del mundo

30h/week Night Shift Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 3 weeks to 1 month Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • 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.

Check out all our plans Learn more about how it works