Archives Clerk (Canada Summer Jobs)

Archives Clerk – Canada Summer Jobs

Full-time contract, 29 June to 28 August 2026

$19.00 / hour

Ottawa, Ontario

Application due: 1 June 2026

The Inuit Circumpolar Council Canada is hiring an Archives Clerk through the Canada Summer Jobs program. This is a position specifically for youth, aged 15 to 30. Under the supervision of the Archivist, the Archives Clerk will gain valuable archival experience and transferable skills working in a small archives. They will also learn about the day-to-day workings of a multi-national Indigenous Peoples Organization, and the challenges and successes of a small cultural heritage repository, by working alongside the ICC Canada staff and through participation in meetings with staff, archives users, and stakeholders.

The Archives Clerk will:

• Create file and item inventories of records;


• Re-house archival records of different media types (documents, photographs, film reels, etc.) and perform basic preventative conservation (i.e. removing staples);


• Digitize photographs and documents;


• Gather information and create draft biographies of individuals and organizations featured in archival records;


• Perform other related job duties as required.

Required Qualifications – Knowledge and skills:

• Must be between 15 and 30 years old and meet all other Canada Summer Jobs criteria (as set by the Government of Canada);


• Ability to work independently, as well as cooperatively;


• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail;


• Flexible in handing a variety of concurrent tasks, with solid time management abilities;


• Some research skills, and familiarity with synthesizing information gathered through research;


• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with Inuktut an asset;


• Strong computer skills in Microsoft 365;


• Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality;


• Some knowledge and understanding of Inuit culture, traditions, and current issues.

Other Information:

• Work is normally performed in a typical office work environment, including frequent use of a computer – remote work is not possible (ICC Canada’s office is in downtown Ottawa);


• Limited exposure to physical risk;


• Travel to other libraries and archives in the greater Ottawa area may be required;


• Moderate physical activity, requires lifting up to 50 pounds and some standing and walking.

Applicants who are a Beneficiary under an Inuit Land Claims Agreement will be given

priority hiring.

ICC is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal

opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, disability age, or veteran status. If accommodations are required during the application process, please reach out to the Director of Human Resources at [email protected]. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ICC Canada; however,

only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About ICC Canada:

Representing approximately 180,000 Inuit across Alaska, Canada, Kalaallit Nunaat, and

Chukotka, the Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC) was founded in 1977. Since its founding, ICC has expanded its influence, becoming a significant Indigenous Peoples’ Organization advocating for Inuit rights and priorities at the international level. ICC Canada is one of the four member organizations of ICC.