Host/Interpreter
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
- Job title:
- Host/Interpreter
- Organization name:
- Yukon Transportation Museum
- Job location:
- Whitehorse, Yukon
- Length of assignment:
- 2018-05-01 to 2018-07-21 (12 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $16.00
As Host/Interpreter, you will:
-conduct guided tours of the museum
-interpret museum exhibit/displays
-assist in the delivery of children’s programmes
-provided front-of-house services, including Admission and Gift Shop duties
-complete daily statistical and sales reports
-promote local and territorial attractions and facilities
Qualifications:
1. English Speaking
2. Good knowledge of Yukon history and geography (or willing to learn)
3. Good written skills
4. Excellent oral communication skills
5. Outgoing, friendly and service oriented attitude
6. Self motivated, team player
7. French, Japanese or German as a second language would be an asset.
8. Proficient in Word, Power Point
Related studies: Tourism, Museum Studies, Theatre, Arts, Geography, History, Anthropology, Marketing, Business, Communications.
Candidates must be students returning to school in the fall who are between the ages of 18 and 30 who meet Young Canada Works eligibility criteria.
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