The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is recruiting a full-time Community Engagement Specialist for a 26 week internship beginning September, 2025 through March 2026. Candidates must be a recent graduate of a college or university program, ideally in museology, education or fine arts.

Under the guidance & mentorship of the Programs and Outreach Coordinator (POC) and the Curatorial, Collections, and Exhibits Manager (CCEM), with specialized training provided by the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy Communications Manager (CM), the Community Engagement Specialist (CES) will gain professional experience and experiential learning associated with all aspects of museum operations related to visitor engagement, including exhibit, programming and event promotion, website design and community outreach. The CES will learn about the development, delivery and promotion of heritage-related programming, including curriculum-based education programs, exhibit-related tours, special events, and community outreach. These practical, transferrable skills will allow the intern to discover career options in the heritage sector, increase their competencies, and prepare them for a career related to museology. 

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of and experience in or the willingness to learn the following skillset: 

• have experience working in a museum or heritage setting; 

• have the ability to follow directions; 

• be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; 

• be detail-oriented; 

• be computer literate, and have the ability to use/learn various computer applications; 

• have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently; be tactful, sensitive, and pleasant to the needs and opinions of others; 

• work under time constraints and meet deadlines while working on multiple projects; 

• have good attendance; 

• be flexible, adaptable and take initiative; 

• have strong research skills, and the ability to learn and retain information; 

• have strong organizational skills and the ability to set and adhere to work priorities; 

• must be able to lift 25 lbs, climb ladders, work within 32-inch aisles, and do repetitive tasks with few breaks; 

• proficiency with MS Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel) and knowledge of other programs and applications related to heritage, such as collections database software. Experience with Canva, Social Media Platforms, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign is beneficial; 

Additional Information:

• This position requires flexibility and will include evening and weekend shifts. The applicant must be available to work during the week of February Break Camp (February 17-20, 2026);

• Experience working with video-conferencing programs (Zoom, Microsoft Teams) would be considered an asset;

• Experience delivering educational programming and working young audiences would be considered an asset; 

• Previous experience planning and attending community outreach events would be considered an asset;

• The ability to communicate in French (both oral and written) would be considered an asset; 

Applications will be considered beginning August 11, 2025 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, send the following information in a single PDF file to dcc-hr@usask.ca (note that the subject line of the email must state the position title – "Community Engagement Specialist" ): 

• Resume 

• Cover letter stating how you meet the qualifications, why this position appeals to you, and what you feel you can bring to the Diefenbaker Canada Centre team 

• Names and contact information of three references

Please note: this position may be dependent on the results of funding decisions from Young Canada Works.

USask is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All university community members share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued, and inclusiveness is practiced. The University welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community.