Intern Archivist (Young Canada Works)

Intern Archivist – Young Canada Works

Full-time contract, 19 May 2026 to 4 September 2026

$28.00 / hour

Ottawa, Ontario

Application due: 9 May 2026

Job Summary

The Inuit Circumpolar Council Canada is hiring an Intern Archivist through the Young Canada Works Building Careers in Heritage program. This is a position specifically for youth, under 30 years of age, with at least one completed post-secondary school degree/diploma. Under the supervision of the Archivist, the Intern Archivist will bring together European/colonial archival theories and practices with Inuit knowledge traditions and specific cultural information needs, while gaining valuable experience working in a small archives. They will also learn about the day-to-day workings of a multinational non-governmental organization, and the challenges and successes of a small cultural heritage repository, by working alongside the ICC Canada staff and through participation in meetings with staff, archives users, and stakeholders.

The Intern Archivist tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Creating RAD-compliant archival descriptions for ICC Canada’s newly digitized audio reels, film reels, cassettes, and VHS tapes from the late 1970s to the early 2000s;
• Creating RAD-compliant multi-level archival descriptions for records relating to ICC's international summits;
• Writing associated authority files for described records (persons and organizations);
• Creating 2 social media posts about materials held by the ICC Canada Archives;
• Answering reference questions from ICC Canada staff, consultants, and other users (user dependent).

Required Qualifications – Knowledge and skills:

• Must meet all Young Canada Works Building Careers in Heritage criteria (as set by the Government of Canada);
• Familiarity with archival practices, methodologies, and theories, especially descriptive standards;
• Ability to work independently, as well as cooperatively;
• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Flexible in handling a variety of concurrent tasks, with solid time management abilities;
• Strong research skills, and the ability to synthesize information gathered through research;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with Inuktut an asset;
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft 365;
• Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Some knowledge and understanding of Inuit culture, traditions, and current issues.

Education:

• By May 2026, completion of all degree requirements for an undergraduate degree or college diploma from an accredited institution in a heritage-related field (preferred: information management/library sciences, archival studies, or Indigenous studies);
• PREFERRED: by May 2026, completion of all degree requirements for an ALA-accredited Master’s degree, with a minimum of 2 archives-specific courses (i.e. Master of Information, Master of Library and Information Studies, etc.).

Other Information:

• Work is normally performed in a typical office work environment, including frequent use of a computer – remote work is only possible for the final weeks of the job (ICC Canada’s office is in downtown Ottawa);
• Limited exposure to physical risk;
• Travel to other libraries and archives in the greater Ottawa area may be required;
• Moderate physical activity, requires lifting up to 50 pounds and some standing and walking.

Applicants who are a Beneficiary under an Inuit Land Claims Agreement will be given

priority hiring.

ICC is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal

opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, disability age, or veteran status. If accommodations are required during the application process, please reach out to the Director of Human Resources at jdurocher@inuitcircumpolar.com. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ICC Canada; however,

only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About ICC Canada:

Representing approximately 180,000 Inuit across Alaska, Canada, Kalaallit Nunaat, and

Chukotka, the Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC) was founded in 1977. Since its founding, ICC has expanded its influence, becoming a significant Indigenous Peoples’ Organization advocating for Inuit rights and priorities at the international level. ICC Canada is one of the four member organizations of ICC.