Careers

Every day, thousands of dedicated employees work to safeguard Canada's oceans, lakes, rivers and aquatic resources. Our staff make a difference in the lives of Canadians and bring a range of skills and experience to the work they do. Explore a wide range of opportunities from coast to coast to coast.
Something for everyone
Whether you’re looking for a career behind the scenes or on the water, we might have the job for you.
Chart your course
Lay the groundwork to improve your chances of landing the position you want.

Students of the public service, apply to our new Student Bridging Portal for a job after graduation!

Whether you're still in school or have recently graduated, explore our student and graduate recruitment programs.

Meet some of our DFO and Coast Guard students at work.

Seagoing careers, shore-based jobs, student employment, volunteers and how to join the Coast Guard.

Find out what a science job with us can look like, from a laboratory or field station to the rolling sea.

As a fishery officer, you'll need to be alert and ready for different challenges in the air, on land and at sea.

By becoming a policy leader, you can help develop government policies to address today's key challenges and prepare for tomorrow's.
Making a splash
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Notice of appointment
- Torngat Joint Fisheries Board member – Application Review Date: December 11, 2023
- Yukon Salmon Sub-Committee member – Application Review Date: December 15, 2023
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