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Interpreting and Translation Intern

Supervisor:

Lead Coordinator of Interpreting and Translation

Working Hours:

8 – 10 hours per week / a minimum of 4 hour blocks

Job Summary:

Interns assist the Interpreting & Translation team with daily administrative tasks as well as the implementation of new initiatives and special projects related to the department’s needs as well as the needs of its client base.

Qualifications:

Ability to provide a “trauma-informed” approach and sensitivity to working with refugees and other vulnerable populations
Knowledge of diverse cultures and/or willingness to learn cultural customs
Ability to work independently and with a team
Access to reliable transportation
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite
Adherence to strict guidelines regarding confidentiality
Creativity, motivation and passion

Duties And Responsibilities:

Assist with basic clerical office duties including record filing, data organization, billing
Update the database to reflect completed interpreting and translating jobs, including hours of service and location of service provided
Communicate with interpreters and translators via email and text to schedule/confirm appointments with clients
Participate in outreach initiatives, including calls with potential business partners, interpreters and translators
Perform additional outreach to the foreign-born population for further recruiting and community education
Complete other duties as assigned

Apply:

Fill out the Intern Application Form
Interview with the Volunteer Coordinator and Program Supervisor

The International Institute of Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected classifications in employment or any other aspect of our programs and activities. Should you require an accommodation, according to the guidelines of the ADA, please seek the counsel of Human Resources for assistance.

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