The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is recruiting two full-time Summer Camp Programmers to research, develop and deliver in-person youth camp programs for children ages 8-10. Candidates must be current undergraduate university students who have completed at least two years of study ideally; preferred fields are education, political or international studies, history, or other humanities fields. The candidates must be returning to full-time studies in the fall. 

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

 The ideal candidates are passionate about Canadian history and will have some general familiarity with, or the willingness to learn, the following skillset:  

• Culturally aware and a desire to work with people of all ages and backgrounds  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Strong research skills and the ability to learn and retain historical information  
• Flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast-paced setting 
• Organizational skills and the ability to set and adhere to work priorities 
• An understanding of Canadian and Indigenous history, governance, and politics 
• Ability to set and meet deadlines while working on multiple projects and to take initiative 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team  
• A commitment to exceptional customer service, including a tactful, responsive, pleasant, and effective manner in person, phone, and email communication  
• Ability to problem-solve effectively in an independent manner  
• Advanced computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office, Zoom, and PowerPoint 
• Reliable transportation is required. 
• This position requires flexibility and will include weekend shifts.  Regular May and June shifts will run Tuesday to Saturday; July and August shifts will run Monday to Friday. Additional work hours may be assigned as needed.  
• Previous work experience with summer camp programming or working with young audiences would be considered an asset
• The ability to communicate in French (written and oral) would be considered an asset. 

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 – " Summer Camp Programmer”): 

• 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 

Applications will be considered beginning February 1, 2025 with interviews taking place in early   March, 2025. Please note: these positions may be dependent on the results of funding decisions from Young Canada Works.

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is recruiting two full-time Heritage Interpreters for the summer. Heritage Interpreters will be responsible for leading educational programming, guided tours and special events throughout the summer. These positions will also support the summer camp program, create social media content and work to develop a new online exhibit to be published on the DCC website.  

Candidates must be current undergraduate university students who have ideally completed at least two years of study; preferred fields are education, political or international studies, history, Indigenous studies, or other humanities fields. The candidates must be returning to full-time studies in the fall. 

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

The ideal candidates will be passionate about Canadian history and will have some general familiarity with, or the willingness to learn, the following skillset:  

• Be culturally aware and a desire to work with people of all ages and backgrounds  
• Ability to conduct educational and public programming 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Strong research skills and the ability to learn and retain historical information  
• Flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast-paced setting 
• Organizational skills and the ability to set and adhere to work priorities 
• An understanding of Canadian and Indigenous history, governance, and politics 
• Ability to set and meet deadlines while working on multiple projects and to take initiative 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team  
• A commitment to exceptional customer service, including a tactful, responsive, pleasant, and effective manner in person, phone, and email communication  
• Ability to problem-solve effectively in an independent manner  
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office 
• Class 5 driver’s license is required. 
• This position requires flexibility and will include weekend shifts.  Regular May and June shifts will run Monday to Friday; July and August shifts will run Tuesday to Saturday. Additional work hours may be assigned as needed. 
• Experience delivering educational programming and working with 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 (written and oral) would be considered an asset. 

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 – " Summer Camp Programmer”): 

• 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

Applications will be considered beginning February 1, 2025, and will be accepted until the position is filled. Please note: these positions may be dependent on the results of funding decisions from Young Canada Works.

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is recruiting one full-time Exhibit and Collections Assistant (ECA) for the summer. Candidates must be a current undergraduate university student who has completed at least two years of study ideally; preferred fields are museology, archaeology, history, or other humanities fields. The candidate must be returning to full-time studies in the fall. 

The ECA will gain experience in collections management by working with the DCC’s collection, assisting in the installation of exhibits, and conducting exhibit-related tours and programs. The ECA will also be instrumental in developing a new online exhibition and engaging with community at events and through social media. 

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

The ideal candidate is passionate about Canadian history and will have some general familiarity with, or the willingness to learn, the following skillset:  

• Experience working in a museum or heritage setting 
• Be culturally aware and a desire to work with people of all ages and backgrounds  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Strong research skills and the ability to learn and retain historical information 
• Flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast-paced setting 
• Organizational skills and the ability to set and adhere to work priorities 
• An understanding of Canadian and Indigenous history, governance, and politics 
• Ability to set and meet deadlines while working on multiple projects and to take initiative 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team  
• A commitment to exceptional customer service, including a tactful, responsive, pleasant, and effective manner in person, phone, and email communication  
• Ability to problem-solve effectively in an independent manner  
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office; experience with InDesign, would be considered an asset 
• Experience in data entry and working with database software would be considered an asset 
• This position requires flexibility and will include weekend shifts  
• The ability to communicate in French (written and oral) would be considered an asset 

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 – " Exhibitions and Collections Assistant" ): 

• Resume/CV 
• 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

Applications will be considered beginning February 1, 2025, and will be accepted until the position is filled. Please note: this position may be dependent on the results of funding decisions from Young Canada Works.

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is recruiting one full-time Community Outreach Assistant for the summer. This position will undertake a variety of projects related to community outreach, including delivering educational programs and guided tours, managing social media, attending community outreach events and developing digital and print materials to promote upcoming exhibitions, programs and events at the DCC. 

Candidates must be a current undergraduate student who have completed at least two years of study ideally; preferred fields are marketing, communications, education, humanities, or social sciences. The candidate must be returning to full-time studies in the fall. 

The ideal candidate possesses some experience in marketing, communications, and dealing with the public (through tourism or previous interpretation or museum experience) and is passionate about Canadian history. They will have some general familiarity with, or the willingness to learn, the following skill set: 

• Culturally aware and have the desire to work with people of all ages and backgrounds 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated with the ability to think and act strategically, take direction, work effectively, and show initiative 
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all work 
• Flexible and able to adapt to change in a fast-paced setting 
• Creative and innovative 
• Organizational skills and the ability to set and adhere to work priorities 
• An understanding of Canadian and Indigenous history, governance, and politics 
• Ability to set and meet deadlines while working on multiple projects and to take initiative 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team 
• A commitment to exceptional customer service, including a discreet, responsive, pleasant, and effective manner in person, phone, and email communication 
• Ability to problem solve effectively in an independent manner 
• Advanced computer skills, including MS Office, Windows, and working knowledge of Adobe design software and social media platforms (including analytics); ability to learn new technologies, programs, and procedures quickly and retain information 
• This position requires flexibility and will include weekend shifts.  Regular May and June shifts will run Monday to Friday; July and August shifts will run Tuesday to Saturday. Additional work hours may be assigned as needed. 
• The ability to communicate in French (written and oral) would be considered an asset. 
• Experience delivering educational programming and working with young audiences would be considered an asset 
• Experience with website design, creating social media content, or designing promotional materials would be considered an asset 
• Previous experience planning and attending community outreach events would be considered an asset 

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 – " Exhibitions and Collections Assistant" ): 

• 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 

Applications will be considered beginning February 1, 2025, and will be accepted until the position is filled. Please note: this position may be dependent on the results of funding decisions from Young Canada Works.

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is recruiting a full-time Heritage Education Technician for a 50 week internship beginning April 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 and mentorship of the Curatorial, Collections, and Exhibits Manager (CCEM) and the Programs and Outreach Coordinator, the Heritage Education Technician (HET) will gain professional experience in a museum setting through experiential learning. Working directly with the collection, the HET will assist with artefact research, documentation, digitization, data entry, contributing to and learning about how collections are managed. The HET will also learn about the development and delivery 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 in museology and collections management. 

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 and punctuality; 

• 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 Excel and knowledge of and ability to work on the internet and with various programs and applications related to databases. Experience with 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; 

• 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 March 1, 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 – "Heritage Education Technician" ): 

• 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. 

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.