Visitor Experience Student at Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site

Reference number

CAP25J

Selection process number

2025-CAP-SSM-EA-SU-47

Location

Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario)

Employment tenure

Part-time/full-time employment during operating season (May to August 2026)

Salary

$17.75 to $28.30 per hour

Level

SU-01

Who can apply

Registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited academic program or a recent graduate in the last 4 months.

Must be at least 14 years of age

Participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution

Students who reside within an 80km radius of Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site

All eligible students who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit

Organization information

For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada.

About the position

Duties

Join a small but dedicated Parks Canada team at Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site As a Visitor Experience Student, you will help provide a memorable experience to visitors seeking to connect with the history of the region.Duties include:

Greet and orient visitors, respond to questions and provide information about the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site and Parks Canada

Collect revenue using a point-of-sale system, interact machine and cash payments

Assist in organizing and delivering special events and programs on-site to the general public

Assist visitor experience staff on various projects as required

Create social media content

Other duties as required

Work environment

Become part of the team at Parks Canada, an internationally renowned agency dedicated to protecting Canada's natural, historical and cultural treasures and presenting them for the world to appreciate and enjoyNestled beneath the International Bridge in downtown Sault Ste. Marie, the Sault Ste. Marie Canal was built to bypass the rapids on the St. Marys River. Opened in 1895, the canal completed an all Canadian waterway featuring the longest lock in the world and the first to operate using electricity.Known as Baawaating, this region holds profound significance as home and sacred gathering place for Indigenous peoples. The dedicated Visitor Experience team at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal strives to convey the narratives of innovation and historical significance to all those who engage with this culturally rich site.Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values. Diverse teams bring different perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients, the communities we serve and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse abilities and from all backgrounds and identities.

The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2025)

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to hire student(s) for summer 2026. Student(s) will work between May and the end of August 2026. Work terms may be adjusted (i.e., longer or shorter) depending on both operational needs and student availability.This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels, or linguistic (profiles OR requirements) in the same or other parts of the Northern Ontario Field Unit.YESS (Youth Employment and Skills Strategy) opportunities available, but YESS qualification is not a requirement for hiring:Are you 30 or younger? Do you face barriers to employment as a person living with a disability, due to your academic or social-economic status, race, gender identity, or for other reasons? If you answered yes to any of these questions, and are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or refugee, then Parks Canada would like to talk to you We have temporary opportunities to allow you to build your work experience and we would be happy to contribute to your employment journey If you are interested in this job opportunity or know of someone that would be, please apply or spread the word. We want to count you among usTo be eligible to the YESS, you must be:

Between 15 and 30 years old; and

A Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.In addition, preference may be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Racialized Youth, or Youth with Disabilities, as well as youth facing other barriers to employment. As such, we encourage you to self-identify in your application

Important messages

You can apply to this competition in one of three ways1. Online

a. Visit the GC jobs website and search for the following process number: 2025-CAP-SSM-EA-SU-47

b. Complete the online application.2. By Email

a. Send in your resume to: rhugon-

b. In your email please indicate you're applying on process: 2025-CAP-SSM-EA-SU-473. In Person

a. Bring your cover letter and resume to the Administration Building at 1 Canal Drive Sault Ste. Marie ON

b. Please indicate you're applying on process: 2025-CAP-SSM-EA-SU-47Please note that for this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail. Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Learn more about security screening process.

Operational Requirements

Work shiftwork, weekends, statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required

Wear a Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy

Dress in period costume when required

Work in varied terrain and weather conditions

Stand/walk/hike/sit for prolonged periods of time

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION

Registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited academic program or a recent graduate in the last 4 months

Participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution

Learn more about degree equivalency.

EXPERIENCE

Experience working with the public and/or public speaking

Experience handling debit, cash and using a Point of Sale (POS) system

Experience working in a team environment

Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE

Basic knowledge of the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site, Parks Canada and its mandate

ABILITIES

Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner to visitors

Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team

Ability to perform tasks independently

Ability to work safely and identify hazards

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

Exercises sound judgment and strives for excellence

Has an interest in history, culture as it relates to Parks Canada and Algoma regional tourism

Personally connects with visitors to provide enjoyable experiences

Takes initiative to support a team environment

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential - Bilingual would be considered an asset

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

THE FOLLOWING IS CONSIDERED TO BE AN ASSET

Bilingualism

Possessing a valid G2 or G class Driver's License

Experience planning and executing special events

Enjoys being outside for extended periods of time

Experience in proper bicycle maintenance

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.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

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.

How to apply

Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.

Information you must provide

• Your résumé
• A cover letter - Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in the "Essential for the job" (see above). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter and then write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to clearly demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the Education and Experience factors, may result in the rejection of your application. Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information
• Contact information for 2 references

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Additional links

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Hiring organization contact

Name: Northern Ontario Field Unit - Human Resources

Email address: rhugon-

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