Translator Intern Sheffield, England
Job description
RWS’s English Network Office in Sheffield currently has vacancies on its Intern Program for Translator Interns. Applicants must offer translation into English from at least one modern European language. This year we are looking to hire candidates with the following language combinations: DE > EN, NL > EN and FR > EN.
This paid internship will run for a fixed term of 6 months, and is designed to provide an introduction to professional translation and allow translators to grow key linguistic and commercial skills as they begin their careers in the Localisation Industry. The program will offer training modules in translation, review and machine translation post-editing, as well as full instruction in the use of some of RWS’s key technology solutions and valuable guidance on achieving a successful career in translation. For candidates who successfully complete the internship, there may be an opportunity to take up a permanent position.
- Degree-level education in the applicable language
- Excellent source language understanding
- Excellent English language skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good written/verbal communication
- Flexibility and ability to work to a deadline
- Ambition and a desire to learn and progress
- Good Microsoft Office and Internet skills
Application process:
- The start date for the internship is Monday 4th September 2023 (subject to change)
- Initial applications must be received by Friday 30th June 2023
- Short-listed candidates will be contacted by Friday 7th July 2023 and an off site test will be completed in the week of the 10th July
- Interviews will be held the week starting Monday 24th July & successful candidates will be informed by Friday 4th August 2023
- Please submit a full CV & covering letter
