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Museum Collections Intern

Program stream:
Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage
Job title:
Museum Collections Intern
Organization name:
Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute
Job location:
OujeBougoumou, Quebec
Length of assignment:
2017-06-12 to 2018-02-20 (29 weeks)
Hourly wage:
$18.00
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Aanischaaukamikw is the cultural centre for the nine Cree communities of Eeyou Istchee in Northern Quebec. This major facility is located in Oujé-Bougoumou, QC, a community of 700 persons. Aanischaaukamikw is a multi-purpose cultural entity, bringing together regional cultural programming for the Cree Nation for all to share on-site and throughout the communities.
We are seeking an enthusiastic Museum Assistant to work alongside our Conservator and Registrar. The Museum Assistant is a full-time, temporary position that reports to the Coordinator of Collections & Exhibitions. Daily tasks are supervised by the Conservator and Registrar. This position will assist with projects related to the museum object collection.
The language of work is English. French is an asset. Any Cree language abilities are an asset but not required. Eligible members from the Cree Nations in Northern Quebec are highly encouraged to apply. ACCI may be able to assist with accommodation arrangements if required.
• Intern must be between the ages of 18-30
• Intern must have graduated from a college or university within the last 24 months
Salary: $18.00/hr
CORE DUTIES
• Assisting with object handling, condition reporting, research, repacking and improvement of storage conditions for our reserve collections
• Assisting with research and cataloguing museum material in our database (MINISIS/M3)
• Assisting with the digitisation, re-labelling project, photography, mount making, inventory and rotation in the exhibit hall
• Creation of social media posts related to ACCI and the collections
PREFERRED CANDIDATE PROFILE
• Ideal for anyone thinking of pursuing a graduate degree or certificate in Museum Studies, Anthropology, First Nations / Aboriginal studies, Material Culture, Conservation, Fine / Applied Arts
• Intermediate computer skills required. Candidate should have basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs.
• Candidate should be self-motivated, with a positive approach to work.
• Candidate should have good organisational skills.
• Candidate should be comfortable working at a desk for 7 hours a day, some of which will be on a computer.
• Cree language skills are an asset but not required.
• Qualified individuals from the 9 Cree communities in Northern Quebec are highly encouraged to apply.
• Intern must be between the ages of 18-30
• Intern must have graduated from a college or university within the last 24 months

SALARY AND WORKING CONDITIONS
• Full time, 35 hours a week (typically 9am-5pm, evenings and weekend hours may be required)
• Wage: $18.00/hr
• Suggested start date: 1 June 2017
• Suggested end date: 21 Dec 2017

TO APPLY
To apply please send a resume / curriculum vitae via mail or email by 1 May to the attention of Laura Phillips, Coordinator of Collections and Exhibits
Aanischaakamikw Cree Cultural Institute,
205 Opemiska Meskino, Ouje Bougoumou,
QC G0W 3C0

Tel: 418-775-2444 ex 2009
Email: laura.phillips@creeculture.ca

Please feel free to contact Laura Phillips by phone or email if you have any questions about the position.

This employment opportunity is made available through funding provided by Young Canada Works. All applicants must be registered with YCW and meet all eligibility requirements. This position is subject to funding.
Characteristics of City / Region
Ouje Bougoumou is located in Northern Quebec, about 700 miles north of Montreal and just north of the touristic Lac St Jean region. Ouje Bougoumou is a First Nations community which is part of Eeyou Istchee. English is the principle language spoken in this community, followed by Cree and French. Public transport links exist close to Ouje Bougoumou connecting to Montreal (bus, air). Chibougamau is the nearest urban centre, with a variety of shopping venues.

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