Programs & Marketing Assistant (Summer Student) - WDM Corporate Saskatoon
Western Development Museum, Saskatoon
Deadline: March 16, 2026 - March 23, 2026
Western Development Museum - Corporate Office is accepting applications for the position of Programs and Marketing Assistant (Summer Student)
The WDM Corporate Office in Saskatoon is looking for a Programs and Marketing Assistant to help the WDM in the development, coordination, and promotion of WDM programs and events, and assist with marketing and communications activities. Only those aged 15 - 30 at the time of employment are eligible for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare social media and website content to promote programs, events and exhibits.
• Help prepare program materials and resources for curriculum-based programming and outreach events across WDM locations.
• Design and edit digital assets ( such as photos, graphics, posters or brochures ) for marketing use.
• Assist with communications tasks involving digital advertising, email marketing and event promotion.
• Help maintain organized digital and physical files related to programs and marketing.
• Provide support for internal reporting, meeting preparation, data entry and document formatting.
Qualifications/Skills:
• Ability to plan and prioritize work to complete tasks in an organized and timely manner in adherence to museum standards, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in close cooperation with others and learn quickly from overseeing staff.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365. Experience with Canva and Adobe Suite considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Saskatchewan Elementary School Curriculum considered an asset but not required.
• Willingness to learn about website content editing and other software as required.
Conditions:
Salary: $ 18 /hour
Work Schedule: The position starts on May 4 , 2026 and ends August 28 , 2026. The work schedule is 35 hours per week.
Working Conditions: The successful candidate will work in an office environment and may require long periods at a desk and computer screen. Travel to WDM locations may be required (a company vehicle is provided). Light physical labor may be required (ability to lift a maximum of 20 pounds).
Job Description: View full job description on our website: Careers – Western Development Museum (https://wdm.ca/about/careers/)
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs.
The candidate must be:
• between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
• a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and
• legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
• Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
We aspire to represent Saskatchewan’s diversity in all aspects of the WDM. We want people to see themselves and their histories reflected in our spaces and to create opportunities for engagement, learning and building empathy within the communities we serve.
Application Deadline: March 23, 2026.
Apply to:
If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your qualifications and experience to https://careers.risepeople.com/western-development-museum/en.
Attn:
Programs and Marketing Assistant
Western Development Museum Corporate Office
2935 Lorne Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7J 0S5
We thank everyone for applying for this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is dependent on funding from the Government of Canada Canada Summer Jobs.
The WDM welcomes everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the museum and heritage field. If you require accommodations to apply for this position, please contact Breanne at 306-934-1400 EXT 1120 or blessard@wdm.ca.
The WDM Corporate Office in Saskatoon is looking for a Programs and Marketing Assistant to help the WDM in the development, coordination, and promotion of WDM programs and events, and assist with marketing and communications activities. Only those aged 15 - 30 at the time of employment are eligible for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare social media and website content to promote programs, events and exhibits.
• Help prepare program materials and resources for curriculum-based programming and outreach events across WDM locations.
• Design and edit digital assets ( such as photos, graphics, posters or brochures ) for marketing use.
• Assist with communications tasks involving digital advertising, email marketing and event promotion.
• Help maintain organized digital and physical files related to programs and marketing.
• Provide support for internal reporting, meeting preparation, data entry and document formatting.
Qualifications/Skills:
• Ability to plan and prioritize work to complete tasks in an organized and timely manner in adherence to museum standards, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in close cooperation with others and learn quickly from overseeing staff.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365. Experience with Canva and Adobe Suite considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Saskatchewan Elementary School Curriculum considered an asset but not required.
• Willingness to learn about website content editing and other software as required.
Conditions:
Salary: $ 18 /hour
Work Schedule: The position starts on May 4 , 2026 and ends August 28 , 2026. The work schedule is 35 hours per week.
Working Conditions: The successful candidate will work in an office environment and may require long periods at a desk and computer screen. Travel to WDM locations may be required (a company vehicle is provided). Light physical labor may be required (ability to lift a maximum of 20 pounds).
Job Description: View full job description on our website: Careers – Western Development Museum (https://wdm.ca/about/careers/)
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs.
The candidate must be:
• between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
• a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and
• legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
• Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
We aspire to represent Saskatchewan’s diversity in all aspects of the WDM. We want people to see themselves and their histories reflected in our spaces and to create opportunities for engagement, learning and building empathy within the communities we serve.
Application Deadline: March 23, 2026.
Apply to:
If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your qualifications and experience to https://careers.risepeople.com/western-development-museum/en.
Attn:
Programs and Marketing Assistant
Western Development Museum Corporate Office
2935 Lorne Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7J 0S5
We thank everyone for applying for this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is dependent on funding from the Government of Canada Canada Summer Jobs.
The WDM welcomes everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the museum and heritage field. If you require accommodations to apply for this position, please contact Breanne at 306-934-1400 EXT 1120 or blessard@wdm.ca.