Who We Are Welcome to Bruce County!. We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies.
Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.
Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.
As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference.
At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions,



and help shape a sustainable future—while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us-your journey starts here.
What You’ll Do Reporting to the Archivist, the Archives Cataloguer Intern is responsible for arranging and describing archival artifacts and records, along with the accurate maintenance of the Museum’s archival database. The Archives Cataloguer Intern also performs basic conservation and cleaning of archival records as required. Key responsibilities include re-housing, arranging and describing historic County of Bruce government records.
The Intern will also digitize a select number of these records.
Contract Duration: 5 months
What We’re Looking For Education & Experience
Two-year post-secondary diploma in archival studies, records management studies, library studies, or museum studies, or equivalent previous related experience
Skills & Abilities
Knowledge and understanding of current archival principles, systems and best practices, including the Rules for Archival Description
Proficient computer skills, especially with database management
Strong research skills
Good communications and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative




Meets eligibility criteria as outlined in the Young Canada Works funding program
What We Offer Competitive Salary: $54,436 – $64,046 per annum
Hours per week: 35
Percentage in lieu of benefits
Vacation pay
OMERS pension with equal employer match
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Apply by: May 19, 2026
Join Us! Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!
If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome workplace where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible.
If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected].
The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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📌 Archives Cataloguer Intern – Full time (Contract) – Museum & Cultural Services – Southampton, ON (Ontario)
🏢 County of Bruce
📍 Ontario