About the role#
As a Student, Archives, you will work with the Archives team to support core functions that preserve and provide access to the historical records of the Bank of Canada. You will assist with physical and digital archival workflows while contributing to service delivery and maintaining the integrity and quality of the collection. This is a full-time position for the Winter 2026 term.
What you'll do#
- Assist with accessing, retrieving, and storing records at both on-site and off-site locations.
- Support data quality improvements for archival accession records by entering information into the database and reconciling inaccuracies.
- Apply archival descriptions according to the Rules of Archival Description (RAD).
- Process the photographic collection, including the assignment and maintenance of numbering systems.
- Respond to internal client inquiries and provide access to historical records.
- Participate in service improvement discussions related to the ongoing digital transformation of the Archives.
- Maintain and improve physical storage areas to ensure they remain clean and compliant with preservation practices.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree or diploma program in library and information studies, archival studies, information management, history, or a related field.
- Knowledge or experience in archival principles and practices, such as arrangement and description.
- Experience with data entry, quality control, and metadata accuracy.
- Ability to provide client service in an information, archives, or research environment.
- Strong attention to detail and an interest in organizing and preserving information.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Eligibility to obtain Reliability security clearance.
Location & details#
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid).
- Schedule: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
- Compensation: $22.84 per hour.
- Work Model: This role follows a hybrid model with a minimum of 12 days per month on-site.
About Bank of Canada
The Bank of Canada acts as the central bank for the country. It focuses on maintaining stable inflation and promoting economic welfare. Founded in 1935, the organization manages currency and provides regulatory oversight for the financial system. It maintains a staff of over 2,500 employees with headquarters in Ottawa.
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