Young Canada Works for Youth
Looking for professional development opportunities in Canada’s museums and heritage sector? You may be eligible for a job or internship with the Young Canada Works (YCW) Program.
YCW has two programs that support museum-based employment:
Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (YCW-HO)
- work terms of 6-16 weeks
- for youth aged 30 and under
- for Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents or those with Refugee status
- for current secondary and postsecondary students
Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage (YCW-BCH)
- internships of 4-12 months
- for youth aged 30 and under
- for Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents or those with Refugee status
- for post-secondary graduates
Find a Job
Looking for quality work experience? Sign yourself up as an applicant and find available positions on the Young Canada Works government site.
Success Story
Learn more about what a YCW position looks like from a program participant in this recent Muse Magazine article.
Bursary program
With funding from the Department of Canadian Heritage, the CMA also delivers a Bursary Program which includes dedicated funding to support emerging professionals in their professional development.
Bursary program
With funding from the Department of Canadian Heritage, the CMA also delivers a Bursary Program which includes dedicated funding to support emerging professionals in their professional development.
About the program
This program is funded by the Department of Canadian Heritage.
This program is made possible by the Government of Canada.
Contact
Question about the program? Check our Frequently Asked Questions.
Get in touch with a Young Canada Works program officer at ycw@museums.ca or by phone at 1-888-822-2907.