Summer Student Jobs on the South Shore – 2021

We see them popping up on our Facebook feed regularly this time of year…summer jobs…and in particular Summer Student Jobs. It’s not all beach trips and ice cream, summer is also a great time for students to gain valuable skills and also save some money for their continuing education. Good news! There are lots of places…right here on the South Shore… looking to hire the right person!

A number of the positions being advertised now are typically jobs that are being subsidized by the Government of Canada as part of their Canada Summer Jobs program. Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is an initiative of the Summer Work Experience program. It provides wage subsidies to employers to create employment for secondary and post-secondary students. It is an incredible program, that benefits so many.

So we thought it might be helpful to have some of these positions in one place. We published a similar post last year that was very popular. We’re really doing this for the parents.  Now you can just send them one link…instead of repeatedly messaging them with the latest job postings. You’re welcome. 😉

Summer Student Jobs on the South Shore

Osprey Arts Centre – Arts Presentation Assistant (Shelburne)

The Osprey Arts Centre is looking for a summer student for full time summer employment as an Arts Presentation Assistant. The applicant will provide support to the Executive Director. Tasks include online promotion and development of events, assisting in the development and implementation of online promotional campaigns to increase community engagement online (Facebook/Instagram), assist with the operation of events, some cleaning and other jobs as necessary. Please see full job listing for all the details. Application deadline is May 31, 2021.

Gow’s Home Hardware & Furniture – Various Positions (Bridgewater)

Gow’s Home Hardware & Furniture is hiring for several positions, in Cash, Garden Centre, Housewares, Plumbing/Electrical and the Warehouse. They have several part-time positions with 20-30+ hours per week, which could lead to full-time, including nights, weekends and Sundays. Some positions suitable for students. Experience an asset, but not required. *If you have applied for jobs previously, please resubmit an application. Apply online, email resumes or drop them off in-store.

Hubbards Sailing Club – Summer Program Coordinator (Hubbards)

Hubbards Sailing Club is looking for our next student Summer Program Coordinator. If you are interested in spending your summer days in beautiful Hubbards, around a group of enthusiastic sailors and coaches this may be the job for you! You will work in the office alongside the General Manager, supporting the coaches, sailors, and families of HSC and helping to deliver our popular summer sailing program. See poster above for Qualification and Responsibilities. Applications Deadline: April 21, 2021
Apply to: sailing@hubbardssailingclub.ca

MODL – Student Park Maintenance & Grounds Keeper

The Municipality & District of Lunenburg is hiring! They have Student Park Maintenance / Grounds Keeper Opportunities this summer. Learn more: https://www.modl.ca/student-park-maintenance-grounds…

Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic – Various Positions (Lunenburg)

The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic commemorates the fishing heritage of the Atlantic Coast of Canada. The Museum is located on the waterfront of historic Lunenburg, with floating vessels at wharf-side. Heritage Interpreters on our vessels or inside exhibits are responsible for delivering our visitor programs and tours.

Oceanview Home & Garden – Cashiers (Chester)

Oceanview Home & Garden is hiring for the positions of Cashiers. The preferred candidates will work in the gift shop assisting customers, generating sales, and maintaining all retail areas including watering plants. This candidate must take initiative, possess a strong work ethic and enjoy working as part of a team. Check the job listing for all the details.

Kejimkujik National Park & National Historical Site – Various Positions (Kejimkujik Park)

Kejimkujik National Park is hiring! Jobs for Kejimkujik include term and student jobs in Maintenance, Visitor Experience and Learn To Camp. Deadlines fast approaching! Check out these current opportunities with Parks Canada in Nova Scotia at http://ow.ly/Jshd50EgCsO.

Mahone Bay Museum – Various Positions (Mahone Bay)

The Mahone Bay Museum are now accepting resumes and cover letters from youth, young adults, and students to work with us either on-site at the Museum or online from home this summer. The potential short-term, government funded, contract jobs they are recruiting for include: Administrator of Education Programs, Assistant Manager, Collections Assistant, Cultural Interpreter, Exhibit Designer, Literary Translator, Major Community Projects Co-coordinator, Museum Registrar, Research Assistant, Visitor Services Representative. For more details on each of these positions and how to apply, please visit: https://docs.google.com/…/1JojptaabU97f9KYF6xGx…/edit…

Municipality of the District of Lunenburg – Visitor Information Centre Manager & Travel Counselors (Summer Students)

The Municipality of the District Of Lunenburg is hiring two Travel Counselor Student Positions for the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) located in Blockhouse. The main goal of this position is to “provide quality customer service, while encouraging an extended length of stay in the area.”

District of Lunenburg Recreation Department – Program Leaders & Swim Instructors

The District of Lunenburg Recreation Department is hiring Summer Students for Program Leaders & Swim Instructors. The Program Leaders are responsible for planning and leading summer programs as organized by their summer managers. Program leaders will act as role models for the youth in our programs. The Swim Instructors/Lifeguards are responsible for planning and leading swimming lessons at various waterfronts as organized by the Aquatics Manager. They are responsible for ensuring a safe, inclusive environment for all participants.

Black Loyalist Heritage Centre – Interpretive Guides & Summer Program Coordinators

The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre is hiring for the summer. We are looking for applications to join our summer team! Applicants should have good interpersonal skills, be comfortable speaking in front of groups of people, be a dependable team player and have an interest in the history of the Black Loyalists. For complete job descriptions and how to apply see their website

Barrington Municipal Recreation Department – Summer Rec Program & Aquatic Positions

Are you looking for an active, fun outdoor job working with children and youth? Send the Barrington Municipal Recreation Department your resume and cover letter! They offer a great learning experience with mentoring, skills development and small group sizes to manage and practice your leadership skills. Summer program and aquatic positions available. Job descriptions and more information on applying available on our website

Fort Point Museum – Museum Guide/Interpreter

Fort Point Museum is hiring summer Museum Guides/Interpreters. We’re looking for energetic individuals to join our team of summer staff! See poster above, or click the link for all the details.

Lunenburg BMR Hardware – Full or Part-Time Summer Employee

Are you interested in home repair? Perhaps you love working with people? Don’t think twice: join Lunenburg BMR Hardware and release your potential! Lunenburg BMR Hardware is looking Full or Part Time Summer Employees who likes: providing excellent customer service, working in retail and taking initiative.

Dockside Inn & Restaurant – Kitchen Staff (Lunenburg)

If you are looking for a summer/part time/full time work in Lunenburg N.S. Look no further. Here at the Dockside we have employed people for over 30 years, it is a great place to work and a great environment. We are currently looking for Kitchen Staff. Your responsibilities will be working in a fast pace Kitchen, prepping food dishes, making food dishes and washing dishes. Feel free to call (902) 634-3005 for any further questions. Or drop off a resume in person or by email at info@docksider.ca

Salt Shaker Deli, Beach Pea, Fish Shack & The Half Shell – Various Positions

Mark your calendar! The Salt Shaker Deli is holding a Summer Job Fair next door at the Beach Pea on Saturday, April 3rd between 11am-3pm. They are hiring all positions at the Salt Shaker Deli, Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar, Half Shell Oyster Bar, and the South Shore Fish Shack.

Municipality and District of Shelburne Recreation & Parks Department – Summer Staff (Various Positions)

The Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation & Parks Department is now accepting applications for Summer Employment for various positions including; Recreation Program Coordinator, Asst. Coordinator, Recreation Program Leader, Swim Program Leader, Swim Leader, Summer Program Admin and more. Check out their web page for all opportunities.

Michelin – Production Summer Student (Bridgewater)

Michelin (Bridgewater) is hiring for the position of Production Summer Student. Eligible students will provide vacation relief for our Michelin production. You will work on a 12-hour shift rotation, including a mix of day shifts, night shifts and weekends. Work with purpose, and gain teamwork, safety and quality experience. The pay rate is $15/hour for new students, and $16/hour for returning students. Earn money for tuition and living expenses while adding experience with one of Canada’s Top Employers to your resume – it could even lead to a great job for next summer

Osprey Ridge Golf Course – Service Bartender (Bridgewater)

Osprey Ridge Golf Course is hiring a Seasonal Service Bartender. Duties include, but are not limited too: Advise on wine selection; Store beverage and food products; Record and balance beverage sales; Organize and set up bar; Order bar stock and maintain inventory and control of bar stock; Enforce provincial/territorial liquor legislation and regulations and Collect cash, credit/debit cards or other payment for beverages.

Town of Bridgewater – Various Positions

The Town of Bridgewater is hiring for Various Summer Positions including Aquatics Headguard/Lesson Supervisor, Aquatic Lifeguard and Recreation Day Camp Leader. Visit the Town of Bridgewater website for all the details.

Anchors Away Family Restaurant – Wait Staff (Shelburne)

Anchors Away Family Restaurant & Dairy Bar in Shelburne is hiring Wait Staff. If you are motivated, able to multi-task, enjoy working with the public, work well as a team member and able to take direction, come see us! You are required to be able to consistently provide quality customer service as patron impressions of our establishment largely depend on the service delivered. Other expectations include the ability to answer customer questions, take phone in orders,clean tables, do dishes and maintain our standard of cleanliness. Shifts could be daytime, evenings and weekends. Please drop resume off at restaurant in person or apply via Facebook Post. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Oak Island Resort & Conference Centre – Marina & Recreation Supervisor and Attendants (Western Shore)

Oak Island Resort & Conference Centre is hiring a Marina & Recreation Supervisor and Marina & Recreation Attendants. We are searching for an enthusiastic and energetic individual to join our Recreation crew for the busy summer season. Our ideal Marina & Recreation Supervisor and Attendants will promote our property and the community while delivering a variety of services to resort guests that will assist in providing memorable and unique experiences.

The resort is also hiring for various other positions this summer. Positions available include bartender, server (food & beverages), host/hostess (food services), banquet porter and more. Visit their website for all opportunities.

Eli’s Espresso / Creperie Bretonne – Wait Staff

Eli’s Espresso – Creperie Bretonne is looking for Summer Students to join their team. Part time and full time available. They are looking for a people who can show leadership skills, love and understanding for the art of cooking, food and service and independence, are decisive and solution seekers. Experience in the retail sector and/or food industry could be an asset, but will not be a deciding criteria. Submit resume & cover letter online or in person.

RBC – Client Advisor, Atlantic Summer Student Program (Bridgewater)

RBC in Bridgewater is taking part in the Atlantic Summer Student Program and is hiring a Client Advisor. Are you currently a 1st, 2nd or 3rd year student enrolled in a Post-Secondary Program, and would like to explore what a career at RBC could look like? We are seeking students to intern for the summer in Atlantic Canada. Open the door to the first of many opportunities at RBC and experience the challenges and rewards of working in the financial services industry.

Fo’c’sle Village Pub – Various Positions (Chester)

Want to work somewhere you can earn bragging rights? Apply at Fo’c’sle Village Pub, Nova Scotia’s oldest pub! If you’re friendly, outgoing and know your way around a restaurant, we want to hear from you. ⁣
We’re looking for: ⁣Serving staff ⁣, Server support ⁣, Hosts ⁣, Cooks ⁣ and Dishwashers . To apply, send your resume to careers@focslechester.com.⁣

Indian Garden Farms – General Farm Laborer (Hebbville)

Indian Garden Farms is hiring Seasonal/Full Time General Farm Labor. Positions involves planting and harvesting. Minimum wage ( 12.95 an hour ) and Grade 12 is required. Experience is an asset. Must have a good back and be able to lift 40 lbs over your head. Must be able to work in all safe weather conditions. Starting June First, please submit resume by email at Indian.garden.farms@gmail.com

White Point Beach Resort – Various Positions (Liverpool)

White Point Beach Resort is hiring for Various Positions. Opportunities include Server, Line Cooks, Room Attendants and Guest Services Attendants. Check their website for all opportunities.

The Grand Banker Bar & Grill (Lunenburg) – Various Positions

The Grand Banker Bar & Grill in Lunenburg is hiring for various positions including; Food & Beverage Server, Line Cook, Bartender and Restaurant Host/Hostess and Dish Washer.

So lots of full-time job opportunities for our students this summer. What a terrific way to gain experience and skills! The Canada Summer Jobs program is an excellent way to provide small businesses and organizations the funding to hire for these summer positions providing them with much-needed employees for the busy summer months.

Make sure to revisit this post as we will be adding opportunities as they become available! You can also visit Canada Job Bank, Indeed and Facebook Jobs for more listings in your area.

Do you know someone looking for Summer Student Jobs on the South Shore? Have they worked somewhere as part of the Canada Summer Student Jobs program? Let us know!

Have a summer job that we missed? Leave a comment and we will be sure to add it.