Historian Student

Kawartha Dairy Paid Post Secondary Student Development Program

We are seeking a high potential student looking to develop their skill set this summer

Are you a driven student, join our Marketing & Consumer Care team this summer as a Historian student working on bringing our brand's story to the public 

The Kawartha Dairy Student Summer Development Program is about empowering students to learn and grow in their career pursuits. If you are looking for more than just a job, begin your journey with us

Exceptional Training   Relevant Valuable Experience  Network with Professionals

Yes, you even get FREE ICE CREAM

The paid Student Development Program is a highly selective, high potential program for rising post-secondary students. An opportunity focused on helping students gain valuable work experience and insight into the Dairy industry.

Students will directly contribute to Kawartha Dairy's success while receiving an unmatched, behind-the-scenes learning experience. Work within the Marketing & Consumer Care department and gain exposure to the history of Kawartha Dairy and the Dairy industry through challenging, hands-on projects and networking opportunities. In addition, students are given opportunities of mentorship from our Leadership Team Members.

We strive to hire the right talent for the right roles as we look for those who keep rising

What you Need:

• Be enrolled in (or entering) 3rd-4th year post secondary OR post graduate program
• Historian or archivist students with an interest in food manufacturing may be especially interested in the opportunity
• Legally permitted to work in Canada
• Ability to work primarily at our Minden location, with ability to occasionally be at our Bobcaygeon campus
• Available for start of program May 4, 2026 until end of program August 29, 2026

What You will Do:

• Catalogue artifacts, articles, and historical items using cataloguing software into a collections management database
• Photograph, scan, label and electronically file images of artifacts, articles and historical items in the database
• May assist in supporting proper storage plans and packing artifacts, articles and historical items as needed
  
  

What will Make us Really Love You:

• Comfortable working alone
• Strong self-starter who is driven to achieve personal goals working independently
• Driven to execute and achieve results
• Exceptionally organized and detailed
• Live our Values and want to be part of something special
• Committed to continuously develop your skills and improve yourself
• Self motivated with a drive for success
• Impeccable communication skills, courteous and respectful in all interactions
• Strong conflict resolution skills and ability to maintain positive working relationships with internal and external contacts.

Grow with Us:

• Take on challenging project assignments
• Establish strong mentoring relationships
• Widen your scope with cross functional department opportunities
• Network during our company sponsored events
• Full Time Hours

Status: Currently Hiring