About the position
Duties
Responsible for learning and delivering education programs, presenting interpretive demonstrations, leading guided tours, assisting with the development and presentation of special events, acting as an ambassador for the site (both on-site and off-site), as well as other related activities. Additionally, working on the site's point of sale system and some custodial duties. This includes but is not limited to the daily cleaning of washrooms, grounds cleaning and litter picking, emptying of trash and recycling receptacles.
Work environment🏆 Parks Canada is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2026)🏆
Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.
Top 6 reasons to work for Parks Canada:
⚖️ Work-life balance
📅 Paid vacation and leave
📚 Training and professional development
🏞️ Working in beautiful locations
🤝 Diverse and inclusive workplaces
🍁 Contribution to public service
Intent of the process
We are currently looking for motivated students to work at Woodside National Historic Site in Kitchener, ON. Woodside National Historic Site was the boyhood home of William Lyon Mackenzie King, Canada's tenth and longest-serving Prime Minister. This Victorian home, filled with King family heirlooms and period reproductions, is a portal to the Victorian era in Canada. Don't miss this great opportunity to gain work experience in one of Canada's best National Historic Sites.
The intent of this process is to hire a student for fall 2026. The exact number of positions available is to be determined. Opportunities are for 15 hours per week (weekends).
* Important: We do not offer staff housing or accommodations.
Positions to be filled
2
Operational Requirements
• Depending on the position, possession of a valid class G1, G2 or G driver’s license;
• Work shiftwork, including evening, weekends, and holidays;
• Wear a Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy and/or dress in period costume as per Parks Canada requirements;
• Handle historic weapons and artifacts;
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures and inclement weather;
• Work and/or travel in varied terrains and by various means of transportation;
• Parks Canada prohibits smoking in the workplace.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
🎓To be eligible, you must be:
• a secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution or a recent graduate in the last 4 months.
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Applied / assessed at a later date
📋Abilities:
A1 • Ability to carry out instructions accurately, safely and efficiently;
A2 • Ability to communicate effectively and influence others;
A3 • Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate Parks Canada messages;
A4 • Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team.
⭐Personal Suitability:
PS1 • Excellent interpersonal abilities (friendliness, tact, responsiveness, enthusiasm);
PS2 • Sound Judgement;
PS3 • Initiative;
PS4 • Dependable.
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
Various language requirements - English Essential or Bilingual (English & French).
Please clearly indicate in your application your bilingual status.
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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.
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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.