OPPORTUNITIES
Careers at the Museum
As Canada’s premier health care museum, the Museum of Health Care offers a meaningful and dynamic environment for those interested in the intersection of health, heritage, and education. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience, including high school, undergraduate, and graduate students, as well as emerging and established professionals. Opportunities range from volunteer roles and internships to contract and seasonal positions in areas such as collections, education, public programming, and visitor services.
Current Opportunities
There are no current job openings at the Museum of Health Care.
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We appreciate your interest in joining our team!
Alternative Practicum
The Museum of Health Care proudly serves as a placement site for Queen’s University’s Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) students completing their Alternative Practicum. This unique, three-week placement allows teacher candidates to apply their skills in a museum setting while exploring non-traditional forms of education and public programming. Participants engage in meaningful projects such as developing learning resources, designing exhibits, or supporting educational initiatives that connect health history with diverse audiences.
With mentorship from museum staff and opportunities to collaborate across departments, the practicum provides valuable insight into community-based learning, curriculum development, and the role of museums in public education.
For further information and to apply, contact us here.
Internships and Field Placements
Internships may be arranged as unpaid academic placements, work-integrated learning opportunities, or paid positions funded through external grants and programs such as Young Canada Works and Canada Summer Jobs. The Museum collaborates closely with interns to ensure mentorship, skill-building, and a supportive, inclusive atmosphere throughout the experience. Whether you're pursuing a career in museums, health care, or education, an internship at the Museum of Health Care provides a unique opportunity to explore the past while shaping the future of public history.
If you are interested in having an internship or placement at the Museum of Health Care, contact us here.
The Museum of Health Care offers enriching internship experiences for students and emerging professionals interested in health history, museum practice, and public engagement. Interns contribute meaningfully to the Museum’s work through placements in collections, exhibitions, education, communications, and visitor services. Each internship is designed to support learning goals while offering hands-on experience in a professional heritage environment.
Volunteers
Volunteers play a vital role at the Museum of Health Care by helping to preserve and share the stories of Canada’s medical past. Whether supporting collections care, assisting with public programs and events, or enhancing visitor experiences, volunteers make a meaningful impact on the Museum’s daily operations and community outreach. We welcome individuals of all ages and backgrounds who are enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate about history, health care, or education.
Volunteer opportunities are flexible and can be tailored to individual interests and availability. In return, volunteers gain valuable experience, learn new skills, and become part of a supportive and engaging museum community. Training and orientation are provided, and all contributions are deeply appreciated.
If you are interested in volunteering at the Museum of Health Care, contact us today.