Student Interpreter - INVENTORY

Parks Canada; Cheticamp, Ingonish Beach; Hybrid; CAD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Canada is seeking student staff for Cape Breton Highlands National Park (Nova Scotia). Earn $17.75 to $28.30 per hour based on academic level, for the 2026 season, with duties including interpretation programs and guided hikes. Applicants must be students eligible to work in Canada and meet age requirements.

Prior public-speaking experience is a plus. Positions are located at Cape Breton Highlands NP (Nova Scotia) and related sites; applicants should indicate preferred work locations in

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a full-time or part-time student in an accredited program.
• Experience in public presentation or leading groups is preferred.
• Minimum age requirement to be employed in the province must be met.

Responsibilities

• Deliver programs and guided hikes about the park's features, culture, and significance.
• Assist with special events, school field trips, and use audio-visual equipment.
• Perform computer work using various software.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Education

Student enrolled in accredited program

Job description

Selection process number
2025-CAP-CB-EA-SU-0212

Location
Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada(Nova Scotia),Cheticamp(Nova Scotia),Ingonish Beach(Nova Scotia)

Salary
$17.75 to $28.30 per hour-(based on the student's current academic level)

Level
SU-01-Student Recruitment

Who can apply
All students who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.

Individuals are eligible for student employment with Parks Canada under the following circumstances:

• registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post secondary student in an accredited academic program;
• participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution; and
• should meet the minimum age requirement to be employed in the province or territory of work.

We will be pulling the first round of candidates for the 2026 operational season on January 19, 2026. Should there be vacancies later in the operational season, we will continue to pull from the list.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visitParks Canada .

Duties
As a member of Cape Breton Highlands National Park’s interpretation team, you will deliver programs and guided hikes to visitors about the park’s natural features, cultural heritage, and significance within the national parks system. Other duties include: assisting with special events; school field trips; computer work using various software; use of audio-visual equipment.

Work environment
Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada is currently searching for students during the 2026 visitor season. Parks Canada sites on Cape Breton Island are defining features of Canada and provide communities and visitors with beauty, recreation, and a unique sense of history.

Intent of the process
From the work locations currently listed on the poster, please clearly identify in your application the work location(s) in which you are prepared to work.Anticipatory.

Important messages
When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.
Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their cover letter.
For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.
If a second work reference is not available, a volunteer reference will be accepted.
Note: References must not be related to candidates.Communication for this process will be sent via email. Applicants MUST check their email accounts frequently as there may be a deadline for responses. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Please note that we will have to consider that you are no longer interested in participating in the selection process and that you have withdrawn your candidacy should you not provide us with an up-to-date email address or respond to our communications. If you need to communicate with us during any stage of this process, please indicate the selection process number in the subject field of your email.All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Obtain and maintain Reliability Status.Maintenance of a valid class 5 Nova Scotia Driver’s License, or other provincial equivalency.

• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform when required.
• Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, and various isolated/remote locations.
• Willingness to work varied hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Willingness to stand/walk/hike for prolonged periods (up to 15km + in a single day) and meet the physical demands of the job.
• Willingness to guide hikes in the evening and after dark.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Skills:Effective interpersonal communication and public presentation skills.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

Various language requirements - English; Bilingual - oral interaction

May be applied / assessed at a later date

Experience in working as part of a diverse team.Experience or knowledge in interpretation techniques (such as storytelling, demonstration, theatre programs or guided walks), performing arts, natural history, biology, geology, ecology, music, and/or cultural history.Experience in delivering messages/information to groups in face-to-face situations with the purpose of education, engagement, entertainment and/or motivation.Knowledge of natural history and special features of Cape Breton Highlands National Park.Proficiency in English and French, or English and Mi’kmaq.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

• A cover letter-Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Essential Qualifications. Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or any listing of current or past responsibilities. Résumés will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to clearly demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the Essential Qualifications, may result in the rejection of your application. Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.
• Contact information for 3 references

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.