Administrative/ Curatorial Assistant

About the Air Force Museum of Alberta The Air Force Museum of Alberta is a founding member of The Military Museums of Calgary, Alberta. The museum includes the history of the RCAF from the First World War to the present day and is home to four iconic RCAF aircraft that served during the Cold War.

Job Description The Air Force Museum of Alberta is looking to hire a summer student as an Administrative/Curatorial Assistant. The role offers an exciting learning opportunity for those passionate about history and interested in museum work. The role will include responsibilities related to artefact care and preservation, historical research, exhibition development and the day-to-day tasks related to running a museum.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the care of artefacts and archival material.
• Monitor the museums’ email and website for guest inquiries.
• Support the execution of events and programming.
• Perform preliminary research for upcoming exhibitions.
• Aid Curator in exhibition installation.
• Basic maintenance tasks as needed.
• Basic graphic design as needed.

Qualification

• Be enrolled in or recently completed Post Secondary Education in a relevant field such as Museum Studies, History, Art History, Military Studies, Tourism or Education. Students in other fields with demonstrated interest in history will be considered.
• Be under the age of 30 at the start of employment.
• Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status.
• Computer proficiency, familiarity with Office Suites
• Hardworking, detail oriented and versatile individuals with proficiency in research and writing
• Previous museum experience is highly valued but not mandatory
• This is a Canada Summer Jobs Position, The successful candidate must fit the relevant criteria

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person