Ross Farm Museum depicts the authentic experience of a typical 19th and early 20th century working upland family farm in Nova Scotia, as represented by the experience of the Ross Family and it makes connections between those experiences and contemporary life. The museum brings over 25,000 visitors to the community each year and provides employment to the area. The economic impact results in increase business for the community.
The collective responsibility of all Ross Farm staff is to educate visitors, both through demonstration and oral history. To highlight the Ross Farm Museum living history, staff identify and maintain knowledge, skills and artifacts pertaining to Nova Scotia's agricultural and rural heritage. It would provide an opportunity for local students to learn about what life was like in rural Nova Scotia in the 1800's and the importance and necessity of the things they accomplished. They will help pass this knowledge on to the visitors and help them understand how life was two hundred years ago compared to the present.
Student Eligibility Requirements
A student may be eligible for employment if they:
- Are Canadian citizen or a permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada (non-Canadians holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent resident status are not eligible).
- Are legally entitled to work in Canada (have a valid social insurance number).
- Are between 15 and 30 years of age inclusively at the start of employment.
- Are a high school, college, CEGEP, or university student.
General Qualifications
- Have a keen interest in local history, farming, and agriculture.
- Willing to learn new things and develop new skills.
- Experience in collaborating with people in a public institution.
- Have a proven, strong work ethic.
- Comfortable making oral presentations.
- Having worked or lived on a farm and/or a living history museum an asset.
- Have some technical skill or experience related to position of interest and asset.
Employment Details
- Positions are funded through the Canada Summer Jobs and Young Canada Works programs; applicant must comply with the funding requirements.
- Positions are up to 12 weeks.
- Average 35 hours per week, varying schedules including weekends.
- Wage $18.00/hr.
Position Description
Marketing Assistant
Marketing Assistant works with the Business Coordinator to expand the marketing and social media reach of the museum.
- Assist in developing and implementing strategies and related content for direct and digital marketing.
- Develop and maintain social media accounts, including managing customer reviews.
- Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys to identify the interests and concerns.
- Prepare or oversee preparation of reports, briefs, web sites, and press releases.
- Coordinate special publicity events and promotions for internal and external audiences.
- Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters, and other material.
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter with a description of why you are suitable for the desired position. Also, include a resume outlining work, volunteer, or unpaid work experience. On the resume, make sure to include courses, training, workshops, clubs, or groups in which you have participated.
- Email to [email protected]. In the subject line, include 2026 Summer Job + job Title (can be more than one).
- Drop off a copy at Ross Farm Museum Admission Desk.
Applications are being accepted until 4:30 pm on Sunday, May 24th.