Job Level: Student
Closing Date: 28/03/2025
The National Capital Commission (NCC) is actively seeking students who would like to join us this summer and work alongside our dedicated professionals. Our summer student program runs from May 2025 (end of April) to end of August 2025.
The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada’s Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come. Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.
Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region’s top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.
We create meaningful employment opportunities for youth who want to take an active role in building Canada’s Capital. Throughout the year, the NCC hires more than 150 students to meet specific operational needs. Join our team of dedicated professionals this summer and be part of carrying out this important mandate. Both part- and full-time positions are available in a wide variety of disciplines.
The Quebec Urban Lands and Gatineau Park division of the Capital Stewardship branch has divided its student opportunities into 4 categories. Please review the specific requirements for each type of position before applying.
Biologists
Recreation, Patrol, and Monitoring
Visitor Experience
Guide Interpreter and Collection Assistant (Mackenzie King Estate)
*For positions at the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre and surrounding locations, students must have their own means of transportation to get there.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR ALL POSITIONS
• Full-time High School, CEGEP, college or university student;
• Enrolled in full-time studies in the next academic year;
• Bilingual in both official languages;
• Possess or eligible to obtain reliability security clearance.
OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Applicable to some positions)
• Possess a valid driver’s licence (Ontario; Class G, Quebec: Class 5, or Provincial equivalent) and provide a good driver’s abstract;
• Willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions;
• Willing to work longer hours if necessary;
• Available to work flexible hours including weekdays, weeknights, weekends and statutory holidays if necessary;
• Willing and physically able to cycle or walk for extended periods;
• Wear protective gear that may be provided by the employer;
• Valid standard cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications.
Biologists
POSITIONS TO BE FILLED
Student – Biologist
REQUIREMENTS
• Completed a minimum of one (1) year in biology, ecology, conservation, environmental sciences, or any other related program;
• Valid pleasure craft license.
Recreation, Patrol, and Monitoring
POSITIONS TO BE FILLED
Student – Operations Assistant
Student – Patroller
Student – Responsible Trail Management Assistant
Student – Responsible Trail Management – Trail Crew
Student – Recreational Activities Assistant
Student – Meter Data Collection Agent
Visitor Experience
POSITIONS TO BE FILLED
Student – Visitor Experience Officer
Guide Interpreter and Collection Assistant (Mackenzie King Estate)
POSITIONS TO BE FILLED
Student – Guide Interpreter
Student – Collection Assistant
REQUIREMENTS
• Completed a minimum of one (1) year in History, Politics, Communications, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Education, Museum Studies or another related program.
RATES OF PAY
Student rates of pay are determined by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat.
The NCC is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. Qualified applicants who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs.
The NCC is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the Human Resources representative of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. If you require additional information on the position or if you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact us at hr.recruitment@ncc-ccn.ca.
Hearing impaired and speech impaired persons can contact us through a Teletype Device (TTY) at (613) 239-5090 or 1-866-661-3530 (toll free).
Please take note that only selected candidates will be contacted.