This is a remote position.
Piedmont Global Language Solutions (PGLS) offers language services consisting of interpretation translation transcription language instruction cultural sensitivity training and localization. Our network of language professionals provides expertise in more than 200 languages including regional dialects.
PGLS is looking for freelance interpreters of any spoken language to provide video remote (VRI) and overthephone (OPI) language interpretation services. (Hmong Karen and Somali interpreters are encouraged to apply)
These are 1099 (Independent Contractor) positions on an asneeded basis.
Interpreter Functions:
Serve as an Interpreter between a wide range of people with diverse voices accents speaking tempos and personalities.
Provide parties with clear and exact interpretations of verbal communication with no additions or omissions.
Provide interpretations of questions answers statements arguments explanations and other forms of verbal communication.
Impart thought purpose spirit emotions and tone of speaker from source language into target language and viceversa.
Inform relevant parties of any factor that may hinder your performance.
Comply with applicable ethics and standards of practice.
Requirements
Hold a governmentissued valid form of identification
Access to a laptop or computer
Excellent internet connection
Minimum Qualifications:
Interpreting experience paid or as a volunteer
Two (2) relevant professional references that can vouch for candidate s work as an interpreter OR one (1) relevant professional reference and one (1) relevant professional letter of recommendation
Proficiency in English and another Spoken Language
Desired but not required:
University degree in Interpretation
If available interpreters should provide proof of:
Certifications
Test results from other organizations (testing centers other LSPs etc.).
Benefits
How to apply:
Please FILLOUT our prescreen questionnaire and UPLOAD a fresh copy of your RESUME for consideration.
Attach any Interpreting Certificates and/or Diplomas that you hold.
For questions or concerns we can be reached at
Requirements Hold a valid US driver s license, or any US government-issued valid form of identification. Qualifications: Interpreter MINIMUM qualifications (non-medical settings): At least two (2) years of interpreting experience, paid or as a volunteer Two (2) relevant professional references that can vouch for the candidate s work as an interpreter OR one (1) relevant professional reference and one (1) relevant professional letter of recommendation Native-level proficiency in English and another language. Certificate of professional interpreter training (at least 40 hours of training) is preferred. Interpreter will need: Pennsylvania clearances - (Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check, Federal Criminal History Record Information (CHRI)) and to complete 1-hour online training at