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Reference number
CAP26J-018155-000054
Selection process number
2026-PCA-WNLS-EA-003
Location
L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site (Newfoundland and Labrador),
Port-au-Choix National Historic Site (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Salary
Salary to be determined based on the level of education required by the student employment categories and the completed current academic level.
Level
ST-UDE-NT - Please clearly identify on your application the location to which you are applying.
Who can apply
Persons employed or residing within a 75-kilometer radius of L’Anse aux Meadows or Port au Choix, NL who have a legal status to work in Canada.
Parks Canada Agency considers applications from 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.
To be considered for employment under one of the student employment programs, the individual must be:
• registered as a full-time or part-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited academic program (or for a maximum of four months immediately following their final academic term).
• or 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.
IMPORTANT
Applications for this inventory competition will be pulled on February 17, 2026. Subsequent applications will be pulled if and when required.
Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit
Parks Canada.
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About the position
Duties
Student Heritage Communicator
Deliver on-site programs for specific audience needs using a variety of new and innovative approaches. Greet and orient visitors, respond to questions and provide information about National Historic Sites, Gros Morne National Park, other sites in the Field Unit, Parks Canada, and the surrounding areas.
Work environment
At Parks Canada, providing service to visitors and the public, and maintaining our facilities to a high standard, is a key part of what we do. Do you provide high quality service? And are you keen to share your knowledge and experience with the public? A summer job as a Parks Canada team member might be right for you!
Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to hire students for summer 2026.
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.
Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance
Learn more about security screening process.
• Possession of a valid class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
Operational Requirements
• Candidates must be willing to wear the Parks Canada uniform and/or costume.
• Candidates must be willing to work a variable schedule, including evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.
• Candidates are responsible for their own transportation to/from the work location – transportation is not provided.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Open to students currently enrolled in secondary or post-secondary school in an accredited institution and/or those participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Experience
• Experience working with the public.
• Experience in a team environment.
• Experience handling cash.
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
English essential
Learn more about language requirements.
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
Knowledge
• Knowledge of Parks Canada, its programs and/or services.
• Basic knowledge of services, activities and facilities specific to L'Anse aux Meadows and Port-au-Choix.
Abilities
• Ability to communicate clearly and provide information to the general public, supervisors and fellow employees.
• Teamwork skills.
• Ability to deliver presentations using effective communication techniques.
Personal Suitability
• Exercises Sound Judgment.
• Demonstrates reliability and 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.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
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.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Parks Canada is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. Parks Canada operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.
Each person is entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
How to apply
Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.
Information you must provide
- Your résumé
- Contact information for 2 references
We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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