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Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWS

Museum Research Intern

Shilo,MB
  • 19.69 to 20.87 $ per hour according to experience
  • Contract job

  • 1 position to fill as soon as possible

WHO WE ARE

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

The Royal Canadian Artillery Museum is a museum dedicated to telling the complete story of the more than 200,000 Canadian Gunners who have served Canada in war and peace since 1855. The museum is Canada’s National Artillery Museum, a Manitoba Star Attraction and one of the largest military museums in Canada. In 1962, the RCA Museum was established within CFB Shilo in order to preserve and interpret this proud heritage for future generations.

Under the Supervision of The RCA Museum Senior Curator, the Research Intern may assist in the research, preparation and presentation of interpretative material relating to themes and programs of the RCA Museum. The Research Intern may assist curatorial staff with research, documentation and care of The RCA Museum's collections, and provide interpretation and research assistance to individual clients and group tours.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Be a student engaged in a university program with a history, museum studies or education major.

Experience

In conducting historical research.

In conducting detailed research using a variety of resources.

In office administration.

In working with the public, including children.

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential / Bilingual (French and English) an Asset

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits: Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Work Life Balance: Vacation pay.

Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Free second language training.

OTHER INFORMATION

This Temporary Full-Time position will have a term of approximately 12 weeks.

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

START DATE

Approximately May 2025 - August 2025

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.


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Requirements

Level of education

undetermined

Diploma

undetermined

Work experience (years)

undetermined

Written languages

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Spoken languages

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Internal reference No.

32489