Face to Face Interpreter – Mandarin / Cantonese
About The Position
Access 2 Interpreters, LLC, a local interpretation and translation business based in Downtown Columbus, is seeking Mandarin, Cantonese, and/or Chinese interpreters for in-person assignments. Interpreters assist people during medical, social service, and other appointments. This is face-to-face interpretation, not video or telephone interpretation. The position is offered on a contractor basis, with interpreters choosing their own schedule and deciding how many available assignments to accept. Assignments are available 24/7/365, although most are requested during business hours. The company welcomes applicants without previous professional interpretation experience and applicants who speak English as a second language.
Requirements
- Be located in the Central Ohio area.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Be eligible to work in the United States.
- Pass a federal criminal background check based on fingerprints and a 10-panel drug screening; these are provided at no cost to the applicant.
- Provide proof of completion of at least 40 hours of accredited interpreter training, such as Bridging the Gap, Access 2 Interpreters’ Access Academy, court interpretation training, or an interpretation certificate or degree from an accredited college or university.
- Provide certification of bilingual proficiency, or pay for and complete a third-party bilingual fluency evaluation through an accredited testing and evaluation organization.
- Speak English and Mandarin, Cantonese, and/or Chinese.
Responsibilities
- Provide face-to-face interpretation during medical, social service, and other appointments.
- Accept available assignments according to the interpreter’s chosen schedule.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule with the ability to choose assignments and hours.
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Education Level
High school or GED
