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General News · 24th March 2025
GinaT CIMAS
SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY AT WILD CORTES – Are you 17–30 years old and looking for engaging work in natural history this summer? Wild Cortes is hiring a Curatorial Assistant/Host to assist with mounts, displays and interpretation this summer season. Located at Linnaea Education Centre, 1255 Seaford Road, Wild Cortes is the off-site learning centre and lab of the Cortes Museum & Archives (CIMAS). The wage for this position is $22.50/hr for a 30-hour work week starting from June until the end of August.
We are looking for a science-minded, hands-on, self-reliant and friendly person with a desire to learn about taxidermy, species at risk and the natural history of Cortes Island. Computer skills are required and secure housing must be in place. Applicants should be comfortable working with animal specimens.
In this position, you will:
– assist the Natural History Curator/Taxidermist with hands-on work
– learn about the basic ecology and environmental factors affecting Cortes Island and surrounding areas
– share this knowledge with visitors as they explore Wild Cortes and the EcoLab
– perform data collection and input
– share this knowledge with visitors as they explore Wild Cortes and EcoLab
We value diversity and inclusivity and welcome individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to apply for this position. To apply, please submit your resume to cimascortesmuseum.com with “Wild Cortes Curatorial Assistant” in the subject line. Applicants will be interviewed as applications are received until a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually.
Secure accommodation on Cortes Island is required.
SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY AT THE MUSEUM – Are you looking for a great job this summer? Are you interested in sharing knowledge about Cortes Island with visitors, learning about and assisting with the Museum’s exhibitions and programs, and providing customer service in our Museum Shop? The Cortes Island Museum & Archives is hiring a seasonal Host/Interpreter. During the summer months, the Museum is a busy place with visitors seeking information and exploring the exhibitions and special events.
We are looking for a mature, friendly, self-reliant person (17–30 years of age). This position runs from mid-June through the end of August, with a potential extension to the end of September, depending on the applicant’s availability. The job is 35 hrs/week at $22.50/hr. Training will be provided.
We value diversity and inclusivity and welcome individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to apply for this position. To apply, please submit your resume to cimascortesmuseum.com with “Summer Host Application” in the subject line. Candidates will be interviewed as applications are received. The position will remain open until filled. Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually.
Secure accommodation on Cortes Island is required.
For more information about Cortes Island Museum and more about these positions, please visit our website, our Facebook page, and our Instagram.
We are looking for a science-minded, hands-on, self-reliant and friendly person with a desire to learn about taxidermy, species at risk and the natural history of Cortes Island. Computer skills are required and secure housing must be in place. Applicants should be comfortable working with animal specimens.
In this position, you will:
– assist the Natural History Curator/Taxidermist with hands-on work
– learn about the basic ecology and environmental factors affecting Cortes Island and surrounding areas
– share this knowledge with visitors as they explore Wild Cortes and the EcoLab
– perform data collection and input
– share this knowledge with visitors as they explore Wild Cortes and EcoLab
We value diversity and inclusivity and welcome individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to apply for this position. To apply, please submit your resume to cimascortesmuseum.com with “Wild Cortes Curatorial Assistant” in the subject line. Applicants will be interviewed as applications are received until a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually.
Secure accommodation on Cortes Island is required.
SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY AT THE MUSEUM – Are you looking for a great job this summer? Are you interested in sharing knowledge about Cortes Island with visitors, learning about and assisting with the Museum’s exhibitions and programs, and providing customer service in our Museum Shop? The Cortes Island Museum & Archives is hiring a seasonal Host/Interpreter. During the summer months, the Museum is a busy place with visitors seeking information and exploring the exhibitions and special events.
We are looking for a mature, friendly, self-reliant person (17–30 years of age). This position runs from mid-June through the end of August, with a potential extension to the end of September, depending on the applicant’s availability. The job is 35 hrs/week at $22.50/hr. Training will be provided.
We value diversity and inclusivity and welcome individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to apply for this position. To apply, please submit your resume to cimascortesmuseum.com with “Summer Host Application” in the subject line. Candidates will be interviewed as applications are received. The position will remain open until filled. Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually.
Secure accommodation on Cortes Island is required.
For more information about Cortes Island Museum and more about these positions, please visit our website, our Facebook page, and our Instagram.