Organization Name: Il Museo Gallery, Italian Cultural Centre

Location: Vancouver, BC

Compensation: $28/hr for 30 weeks

Organization Homepage (URL): https://www.italianculturalcentre.ca/

About the Organization: 

OUR STORY

The Italian Cultural Centre, or Il Centro, has been an essential part of Vancouver’s cultural landscape for nearly five decades. It opened in 1977 when its founding members, 13 existing Italian Associations, came together, “to promote and share Italian culture, values, and heritage with all communities.”

Since then, Il Centro has grown into a vibrant hub of more than 700 member families and proudly welcomes individuals and groups of all backgrounds. From exceptional catering and banqueting spaces to comprehensive Italian language programs and a rich calendar of cultural activities, Il Centro truly offers something for everyone. Today, it stands as one of Vancouver’s most cherished event venues and a destination for those who value authentic cultural experiences.

Social Media: @ilcentrovan, @art.angelaclarke

Description and Duties: 

● Assess and prepare an inventory of a material culture collection pertaining to the Italian community in Vancouver.

● Arrange and describe these collections according to archival standards and best practices.

● Obtain oral histories on items in the collection.

● Assure appropriate physical housing and storage of collections. This will require

that the objects are stored in a manner consistent with archival standards.

● Assist with selecting and ordering archival materials.

● Ability to edit academic text and exhibition materials.

● Work with artists, archivists, and members of the Italian community.

● Regularly report on progress to the supervising directors.

● Skilled in photography and photo editing.

● Grant writing experience an asset.

Qualifications: 

The successful candidate must be a newly matriculated: Archivist, Museum Studies specialist or Librarian. Someone who has completed a library and/or information tech program will also be considered.

● Must be a Canadian citizen.

● Excellent oral and written communication skills essential.

● Bilingual in Italian and English is preferred but not essential.

● Research experience in Canadian and Italian History would be an asset.

● Experience processing archival collections, preservation, creating access tools,

photo scanning, and/or working with photographic materials would also be

essential.

● Have some webpage experience would be an asset.

● Must be able to work independently in a self-directed manner and as part of a team.

Application Webpage: No online webpage for applying

How to Apply: Please apply in writing with a resume and cover letter. Use the subject heading: Museum Intern

Application Deadline: May 20, 2026

Either by email to: angelac@iccvancouver.ca

Or the address below:

Dr. Angela Clarke

Italian Cultural Centre Society 3075 Slocan Street, 

Vancouver, BC

V5M 3E4

Application Deadline: May 20, 2026

Additional Information: The Italian Cultural Centre is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2027. The cataloguing intern will prepare an archive and material culture collection consisting of documents and material culture objects from the ICC collection. It is to be digitized, catalogued that is consistent with standards of archival quality control. It will be uploaded onto the ICC website along with a written narrative which will tell the story of the building of the ICC. Assistance is required with cataloguing the photo collection of the construction of the Centre and pertaining materials.

Use of AI: No

Job Poster: Andrea Berneckas

Job Poster Email: berneckasa@gmail.com

Organization Name: Upper Canada College Archives

Location: Toronto, ON

Compensation: $25/hr

Organization Homepage (URL): https://www.ucc.on.ca/ 

About the Organization: Upper Canada College (UCC) is focused on making the world a more just and inclusive place through dialogue and teamwork. With a commitment to equity and fairness, students learn that what makes us different as individuals makes us stronger as a community. A rigorous academic program is supported by accomplished faculty, exceptional co-curricular programming, and state-of-the-art facilities.

Social Media: N/A

Description and Duties:We are currently looking for an Archival Assistant who will be supporting the arragement and description of our holdings. In collaboration with the College Archivist, the Archival Assistant will describe records accessioned to the UCC archives between 1986 and 1996.

Included in these accessions are institutional records from the 1950s onwards; meeting minutes for the editorial board of The College Times, the longest continuously-running student publication in Canada; correspondences, including letters sent by prominent alumni; extensive records of philanthropy; and student debate club records from the late 19th century. Descriptions will be created in accordance with the Canadian Rules for Archival Description, and rendered accessible to researchers using the open-source application Access to Memory (AToM).

In accordance with YCW funding requirements, applicants must be aged 16 to 30 and be a current student returning to full-time study in the upcoming academic year.

Qualifications: 

• Current student in a masters’ program in archives and records management, library and information studies, museum studies, or history;

• Experience in archival processing, specifically arrangement and description, an asset;

• Familiarity with the sociopolitical implications of archival practice, especially as they relate to the arrangement and description of records an asset;

• Familiarity with Google Suite;

• Familiarity with Access to Memory (AToM) description application, as well as the Canadian Council of Archives’ Rules for Archival Description (RAD) an asset;

• Strong organizational and time management skills;

• Strong attention to detail;

• UCC Core Competencies: Communication, Relationship Building, Effective Team Member, Modeling Behavior, Self-Leadership/Growth Mindset, Flexibility/Adaptability.

Application Webpage: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1128f898-65af-4eaa-a381-3be480a88734&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_CA&jobId=961684

How to Apply: Please submit an application via the Young Canada Works website or the linked hiring website.

Application Deadline: May 28th, 2026

Use of AI: No

Job Poster: Bee Khaleeli

Job Poster Email: bkhaleeli@ucc.on.ca

Organization Name: Toronto Public Library (c/o NAFOR Inc.)

Location: Toronto Reference Library - Toronto, ON

Compensation: $104,000 to $140,000

Organization Homepage (URL): https://www.nafor.com/tpl

About the Organization: 

OVERVIEW: Toronto Public Library (TPL) is North America’s largest and busiest public library system. The library employs approximately 2,400 staff, providing high quality library services to the people of Toronto across 100 public locations. The organization is an independent Board of the City of Toronto. On average, more than 12 million people visit its 100 branches each year, more than 33.5 million visitors access its website, and roughly 25 million items are borrowed. Over 72% of Torontonians use the library, and 1.2 million people are registered Library cardholders. Collections comprise over 10.6 million items, including books, eBooks and DVDs, with over 40 languages represented in the diverse library materials. In 2023, customers borrowed almost 25 million items, accessed online services 33.5 million times, attended over 34,000 programs with 741,000 participants, and generated more than 6 million wireless sessions.

Toronto Public Library’s Special Collections are among Canada’s leading heritage and research resources, preserving and providing access to rare, unique, and culturally significant materials through exhibitions, digitization, and public engagement.

• Comprises major collections including Canadiana, arts, children’s literature, speculative fiction, and community archives
  
• Spans rare books, manuscripts, archives, artwork, and ephemera from ancient to contemporary periods
  
• Housed across two primary locations: Toronto Reference Library and Lillian H. Smith Branch
  
• Supports a large-scale digitization program and public access via the Digital Archive
  
• Anchors a dynamic exhibition program, including the TD Gallery and virtual exhibits
  
• Provides preservation and conservation services for long-term care of materials
  
• Enables research, education, and public programming for diverse audiences
  
• Fosters community engagement and partnerships, including co-created archives
  

Social Media: N/A

Description and Duties: 

JOB SUMMARY: Oversee the operations, services, and staff of Toronto Public Library’s Special Collections team to ensure effective public access, preservation, and engagement with unique heritage collections.

• Manage daily operations and public service delivery across two locations
  
• Oversee development, management, and access to rare and archival collections
  
• Lead and supervise a team of ~35 staff, including managers and specialists
  
• Plan and deliver programs, exhibitions, and community engagement initiatives
  
• Set and monitor goals, work plans, and budgets
  
• Ensure services align with organizational strategy and user needs
  
• Build partnerships with internal teams and external cultural organizations
  
• Communicate programs, policies, and services to stakeholders
  
• Support fundraising initiatives and departmental leadership as needed
  
• Ensure safe, inclusive, and welcoming public spaces
  

Qualifications: 

You will have expertise with specialized library research and archival collections, including familiarity with recognized standards and best practices for collections management, care and handling, digitization, storage and access considerations. You will also have demonstrated experience managing teams of information professionals and service delivery functions. Other qualifications include:

- Postgraduate university degree in library, archival or information science from an accredited program, or a recognized professional equivalent

- Experience in managing a team of professional and support staff, preferably in a public library or unionized environment

- Knowledge of developments in the library and archives fields and relevant legislation

- Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and collaborative work approaches

- Committed to providing efficient, responsive and innovative service to clients

- Demonstrated capacity for problem-solving, results orientation and creativity

- Highly developed oral and written communication skills

- Superior facilitation and interpersonal skills

- Proven ability in change leadership

How to Apply: Please apply directly at: https://www.nafor.com/tpl

Application Deadline: May 11, 2026, 4pm ET

Additional Information: 

ABOUT SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Toronto Public Library’s prestigious Special Collections include the Baldwin Collection of Canadiana; Special Collections in the Visual and Performing Arts; the Chinese Canadian Archive; the Osborne Collection of Early Children’s Books; the Merril Collection of Science Fiction, Speculation and Fantasy; and the Arthur Conan Doyle Collection. The department also provides oversight and coordination for TPL’s corporate history, local history, and public art programs. These collections form the basis for the Library’s active and multifaceted digitization program, preservation services, and the exhibition program in the Library’s TD Gallery. Through physical and virtual exhibitions, strategic partnerships, and large-scale digitization, the Special Collections support the Library’s vision to create outstanding collections and services, backed by a robust suite of programs, collection animation, and community engagement.

Use of AI: No

Job Poster: Jeff Richmond

Job Poster Email: jrichmond@nafor.com

Organization Name: Author's Literary Archive

Location: Mid Toronto, ON

Compensation: $25-$35/ hour based on experience

Organization Homepage (URL): Personal Literary Archive

About the Organization: Seeking a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented individual to assist an author with organizing and preserving a large body of archival materials, as well as providing general administrative support.

Social Media: N/A

Description and Duties: 

• Assist author in preparing materials for transfer to an archival institution including organizing, describing, packing, and creating detailed inventory lists
• Assist with general administrative tasks

Qualifications: 

• Literary archival experience. 5+ years with an archival organization
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Technically proficient (comfortable with digital file management, and commonly used software tools, including Google Workspace and Microsoft Office)
• Self-directed, dependable, and able to take initiative
• Respectful of privacy and able to maintain discretion

How to Apply:

Please submit a brief summary of your relevant experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, as well as a resume and two references to thb2005lit@gmail.com.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

Additional Information:

• • Combination of hands-on organizing and administrative work
  • Duration: 9+ months
  • Flexible scheduling, 15-25 hours per week (2-3 days)

Use of AI: No

Job Poster Email: thb2005lit@gmail.com