Student Guide program

About this program

As a student guide at the Canadian National Vimy Memorial or the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, you will:

• have a once-in-a-lifetime experience and develop lifelong friendships
• learn about Canadian history including soldiers’ achievements and sacrifices
• immerse yourself in French culture and language
• serve as an ambassador for Canada and your province
• hear personal stories from visitors that you’ll never forget
• hone your public speaking skills
• travel in Europe on your free time (Arras is about an hour from Paris by train!)

Every four months, 15-18 dynamic students from across Canada are hired to work as student guides. Learn more about this opportunity to live and work in France.

Do you qualify?

To apply, you must:

• be a full-time post-secondary student
• be bilingual – fluent in English and French
• have strong public speaking skills, and
• have experience working with the public

How to apply

Student guides are hired through the Government of Canada’s Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP). Learn how to apply.

Additional information

Other student guide opportunities in France

You may also be interested in applying for the student guide program at the Juno Beach Centre located in Normandy, France.

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What does remembrance mean to you?

Watch as student guides answer this important question.

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Frequently asked questions

I applied but didn’t get a job offer. Can I apply again?

Absolutely! You may re-apply as long as you meet the criteria for the Federal Student Work Experience Program.

How will I be tested for my language ability?

At the beginning of your interview, you will have a brief, informal conversation in your second language to assess your comfort level in speaking on topics unrelated to the job.

View all frequently asked questions about the Student Guide program.