Leacross Intern – Earth and Space (3‑month contract)Opened in 1914 and welcoming over 1.3 million visitors annually, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is Canada’s most‑visited museum, ranking among the top 10 cultural institutions in North America. At ROM, we are dedicated to building and sharing global collections, sharing knowledge, inspiring learning, and fostering community engagement. As a globally recognized field research institute, ROM houses an impressive collection of over 18 million artworks, cultural objects, and natural history specimens, showcased in over 40 galleries and exhibition spaces. We are committed to creating a space where art, culture, and nature intersect, connecting people and communities to the past, present and shared future.WHO WE NEEDThe Leacross Foundation Internship Program is a summer internship designed to support female‑identifying undergraduate students in exploring careers in research, collections, and museums.Five interns will work across different areas of the museum: Biodiversity, Earth & Space (including Climate Change), Fossils, Art & Culture, and Collections Care. Throughout the summer, interns will participate in cohort learning opportunities to gain exposure to ROM’s collections, research initiatives, and institutional work.For the Leacross Foundation Internship – Earth & Space, we are seeking a motivated student to support curatorial work related to climate change research and geological collections.The intern will assist with projects connected to Crawford Lake and Biidaasige Park,



contributing to research and collections stewardship by documenting and organizing geological specimens and learning digital tools used in climate and environmental research.This role offers hands‑on experience working with geological collections, petrographic materials, and research data within a team-oriented museum environment.HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACTDocument, describe, label, and organize petrographic thin sections from rock and ore collections to support long‑term collections stewardship.Catalogue and organize sedimentary rock specimens, ensuring accurate documentation and storage within the collections.Learn to use Dragonfly FreeD imaging software to analyze sediment layers in Crawford Lake cores and share findings with the project team.Support climate and environmental research by assisting with field sampling activities at Biidaasige Park.Collaborate with fellow Leacross interns and participate in cohort learning sessions to gain insight into other areas of the museum.WHAT YOU BRINGCompletion of at least one (1) year of post‑secondary education in Earth Sciences or a related field (e.G., geology, environmental science, mineralogy,



planetary science).Experience with petrographic microscopy and petrology.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when working with specimens and research materials.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research or collections environment.Interest in geological collections, climate research, and museum‑based scientific work.SALARY & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTSTART DATE: as early as May 19, 2026END DATE: as late as August 14, 2026OPEN DATE: March 18, 2026CLOSE DATE: April 10, 2026STATUS: Full‑time ContractEMPLOYEE GROUP: Non‑UnionEXPECTED COMPENSATION: $18/hourSCHEDULE: 35 hours weeklyPROBATIONARY PERIOD: The internship period will serve as the evaluation period for this role.LOCATION: Toronto, ON (onsite)COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITYAt ROM, we embrace diversity in our exhibits, communities, and teams. We encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and those who can further diversify our ideas. We are committed to equitable employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and accommodate candidates with disabilities throughout the selection process. Please contact us at[email protected]for assistance.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONROM does not require “Canadian experience.” International applicants with equivalent experience are encouraged to apply.ROM uses technology‑assisted tools (including JazzHR TalentFit) to support the review and screening of applications. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.This posting is for an existing vacancy.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Leacross Intern - Earth And Space (3-Month Contract) - C$18 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Royal Ontario Museum
📍 Winnipeg