Parks NB Student Positions

Parks NB Student Positions
Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Casual Student
May to September 2026
Open Competition
Various Locations

Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!

Who we are:
Dive into an unforgettable summer with Parks New Brunswick! Whether you're safeguarding visitors as a lifeguard at New Brunswick's largest and busiest beach, helping adventurers at the province's premier lift-serviced mountain bike park, fine-tuning your skills at a PGA-level golf course, or experiencing the serenity of working remotely at the Dark-Sky certified highest mountain in the Maritimes, there's an adventure waiting for you. Join our team and make a difference while exploring some of the most breathtaking and unique destinations New Brunswick has to offer!

What you will do:
The Parks NB team is looking for students to fill a variety of positions. You will have the opportunity to spend time outdoors, be creative, welcome over 1 million guests and be part of their park experience.

We have positions available at the following Provincial Parks and Attractions

• Fundy Trail Provincial Park
• Herring Cove Provincial Park
• Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park
• Mactaquac Provincial Park
• Mactaquac Provincial Park Golf Course
• Mount Carleton Provincial Park
• Murray Beach Provincial Park
• New River Beach Provincial Park
• Parlee Beach Provincial Park
• République Provincial Park
• Sugarloaf Provincial Park

PLEASE INDICATE YOUR PREFERRED WORK LOCATION(S)

• Some positions require customer service, retail experience and/or experience performing manual tasks
• For lifeguard positions, you must meet the prerequisite for the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) - Waterfront Course (Minimum 16 years of age, Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid (must be current) from a recognized organization)*

*Note:You will be required to attend and successfully complete the NLS - Waterfront Course

Who you are:
Are you someone who likes making a difference in someone's day? Do you like to work in a diverse team setting? You must be a team player and be able to work under minimum or no supervision.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
Required Competencies:

• You are a student in the current academic year
• You are a resident of New Brunswick or a First Nation community in New Brunswick
• You are eligible to work in Canada
• You must be attending a post-secondary institution full-time in the fall*
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

*Note: Grade 12 students are eligible if attending a full-time post-secondary institution in the fall

Some positions require written and spoken competence in French and English. Others will require written and spoken competence in English or in French only. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage:
Based on GNB student rates of pay

Work environment:

• Variable hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected], indicating competition number R18-2025/2026-044. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
(506) 453-3115

This competition will remain open until the positions are filled.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

• Please note that a Criminal Record Check, and for certain positions, a Vulnerable Sector Check, are required prior to appointment

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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