Jobs in Ecuador

At nearly 10,000 feet above sea level on the northeastern slopes of the Andes Mountains, Quito is the highest capital city in the world. It is also the only city in the world to rest in the shadow of an active volcano – the Pichincha, just west of the city. Those willing to brave the altitude adjustment and volcanic activity will find a cozy metropolitan atmosphere to work in Ecuador, which also has been named a UNESCO world heritage site for its amazingly preserved historical city center. With sprawling public parks, a plethora of museums and universities, and beautiful natural surroundings, Quito can be a great place for expatriates to live and work.

Far below Quito on the western banks of the Guayas River and near the Pacific Ocean lays Guayaquil, the country’s largest city and main port of business and commerce. The economic motor of the country offers a nice lowland alternative to the political center of Quito, along with a rich arts scene and many lively restaurants and bars to occupy your free time. Like the rest of Ecuador, Guayaquil is the midst of sweeping infrastructural development – those who work in Guayaquil will experience a blend of new and old, and will also witness a considerable degree of poverty in the big city. 

Jobs in Ecuador’s smaller cities, such as Cuenca and Santo Domingo, are also attainable, as are positions in rural areas, working in such areas as teaching or community development.

If you are lucky, there are always the Galapagos Islands - if you are looking for jobs in volunteering, research, or tourism, then it might be possible to land a job in this ecological paradise.