Student Summer Employment Opportunities - Grand-Pré National Historic Site

Government of Canada; Wolfville; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Canada- New Brunswick Field Unit is hiring motivated students for the Visitor Experience team at Grand‑Pré National Historic Site in Wolfville, NS. Positions run May through early September 2027, with possible part-time extension into September-October.

You will help visitors in both official languages, operate POS systems, assist with events, and deliver interpretive programs, while maintaining site upkeep.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a full-time or part-time student in an accredited program.
• Experience working with the public and in a team.
• Experience delivering interpretive programs to diverse audiences.
• Experience in cleaning services, following safety protocols.
• Experience with cash handling and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide visitor services in both official languages, offering information on Parks Canada and partner programs.
• Operate the point of sale (POS) and reservation systems.
• Support in the coordination and delivery of events and activities.
• Deliver diverse interpretive programs, including guided tours, to varied audiences.
• Clean and maintain Parks Canada facilities while following safety protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Cash handling

POS systems

Bilingual EN/FR

Education

Full-time student status

Job description

Parks Canada- New Brunswick Field Unit

Closing date:February 3, 2027 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Selection process number

2027-CAP-NBFU-GP-STU-OC-005

Employment tenure

Employment dates range from May 2027 to early September 2027 (possible part-time employment from September 2027 to October 2027). You must be available to work throughout all the summer season to be selected for a student position.

Salary

$17.36 to $27.68 per hour-Salary to be determined based on the level of education required by the student employment categories and the completed current academic level.

Level

SU-01-Full-time opportunities. 37.5 hours or 40 hours a week depending on the position.

Who can apply

• Registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post secondary student in an accredited academic program; or
• Participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution, and;
• Meet the minimum age requirement to work in the province or territory where the job is located as well as to any specific age student program requirements. 16 years-old at the time of hire, this is the minimum age to work in Nova Scotia;
• 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.

Organization information

For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada .

Duties

Visitor Experience - Visitor Information Center/Entrance Kiosk/Student Interpreter/CleanerDuties as a student visitor experience employee include, but are not limited to:

• Providing visitor services, in both official languages, offering update-to-date information on services, programs, and events of Parks Canada and their partner groups.
• Operating the point of sale (POS), and the reservation systems.
• Supporting in the coordination and delivery of events and activities.
• Delivering diverse interpretive programs, including guided tours, to a variety of audiences in an engaging manner.
• Cleaning and maintaining Parks Canada Agency buildings and facilities while adhering to Parks Canada safety protocols.

Work environment

Grand-PréGrand-Pré National Historic Site, a powerful symbol of resilience, commemorates the deportation of the Acadians in 1755 and is a testament to the Acadian way of life between 1682 and 1755.
Located in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, these picturesque grounds offer a meaningful memorial, interpretive centre and manicured green space and Victorian Gardens—a place to celebrate regional heritage and to bring to life the triumphs and trials of the past.Tour a landscape of weeping willows, flower bushes and orchard trees to view a statue of Evangeline, Longfellow’s famous heroine. Marvel at the vibrant stained glass of a Memorial Church. Sit inside the hull of a Deportation Ship and uncover, through a multimedia presentation, the depth of this tragic tale. Appreciate a reconstructed dyke and aboiteau and understand how the Acadians reclaimed the salt marshes. See history illuminated through unearthed artefacts. Gaze over the vast dykelands and contemplate this deep story. Connect with Grand-Pré – Canada’s most important tribute to Acadie.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to hire students for the summer 2027.
The exact number of opportunities available is to be determined.

Important messages

Work location: Grand-Pré National Historic Site - Wolfville, Nova Scotia
Please note: Housing is not provided.
Students will be required to cover all travel expenses to and from the location of work.

Conditions of employment

• Reliability Status security clearance;
• Parks Canada prohibits smoking or vaping in the workplace.

Operational Requirements

• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/ territorial holidays;
• Willingness to work in variable weather conditions;
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment;
• Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR certification;
• Possession of a valid Driver's license;
• Perform certain physical tasks as per the job requirements (e.g. lifting minimum of 20 lbs / 10 kgs).

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION: Please confirm that you meet these eligibility factors:

• registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited academic program; or
• participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with the public;
• Experience working in a team environment;
• Experience delivering interpretative programs to diverse audiences;
• Experience in providing cleaning services, while adhering to safety protocols;
• Experience in cash handling and POS systems.

Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE: Parks Canada, its objectives and mandate.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

Various language requirements - Bilingual (English and French).

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Client Focus - Providing service excellence to client;
• Concern for Safety - Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others; conduct emergency procedures and first aid;
• Teamwork - Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals;
• Initiative - Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• Exercise sound judgement;
• Personally connects with people;
• Takes responsibility;
• Dependability.

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.

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