Student Employment - HMCS Haida National Historic Site

Position: Student Employment Opportunities - HMCS Haida National Historic Site

Student Employment Opportunities - HMCS Haida National Historic Site

Parks Canada - HMCS Haida National Historic Site - Southwestern Ontario Field Unit

Closing date:
February 1, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number
CAP
25J
- Selection process number
2026-CAP-SWON-HAM-EA-STU-002 Location
HMCS Haida National Historic Site (Hamilton, Ontario)
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Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work in protecting and presenting Canada’s natural and cultural heritage?

Are you a student currently enrolled in an academic program or a recent graduate in the last 4 months?

If so, apply to any of the great opportunities available to work with Parks Canada this summer!
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Various terms from May to September 2026 Salary
$17.75 to $18.84 per hour - Salary to be determined at the time of the appointment Who can apply
To be eligible, you must be: A student in an accredited institution or a recent graduate in the last 4 months.
Organization information
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About the position

Duties
SU-02 Heritage Presenter

• 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, cleaning and maintaining Parks Canada Agency day use area buildings, facilities and grounds.
SU-03 Visitor Services Attendant

• Visitor services and revenue collection at various visitor service locations including visitor centres, entry gates, day use areas and retail locations, to enhance visitor experience. This includes providing comprehensive information to the visiting public on a wide variety of topics including but not limited to: points of interest, safety, park regulations and policies, selling a variety of passes, and properly accounting for revenue received.
Cleans and maintains Parks Canada Agency day use area buildings, facilities and grounds. This includes but is not limited to the daily cleaning of; day use area washrooms, grounds cleaning and litter picking, emptying of trash and recycling receptacles.
Work environment
Do you want to contribute to an exceptional mandate?
Would you like to work with partners who are passionate about what they do?
𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒔 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒅𝒂 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖!🏆 Parks Canada is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024) and by Mediacorp as a Top Employer in the National Capital Region (2024).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.

Benefits of Working with Parks Canada
• Work in Iconic Locations:
Enjoy working in some of Canada’s most beautiful and historic places.

• Diverse Workplaces:
Experience a variety of work environments, from historic forts to stunning natural landscapes.

• Inclusive Culture:
Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusivity.

• Positive Impact:
Contribute to preserving and presenting Canada’s natural and cultural heritage.
Intent of the process
_______________________HMCS Haida
We are currently looking for motivated students to work in a variety of positions at HMCS Haida National Historic Site in Hamilton, ON. Canada’s history of wartime naval service is on display aboard the legendary HMCS Haida, a Tribal class destroyer that served in the Second World War, the Korean Conflict and the Cold War. Distinguished in several historic battles, the flagship of the Royal Canadian Navy now proudly rests in Hamilton.

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 youths for summer 2026. The exact number of positions available is to be determined. Opportunities are 37.5 hours per week.

Please clearly indicate in your application which position you are interested in. If you are interested in more than one position, please indicate them in order of preference. We may only contact candidates who demonstrated clearly in their resume the skills required for this opportunity.
* Important:
We do not offer staff housing or accommodations.
Important messages
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How to Apply:

• Email your resume directly to rhugso-a and please identify which position(s) and site you are interested in. (e.g. SU-01 at HMCS Haida).

• Or apply directly through the  website.

• Please clearly indicate in your application your bilingual status.
* Please note, that as a diverse employer, Parks Canada encourages students and youth from all backgrounds to apply.