Spanish Interpreter/Translator Intern
About The Position
The Language Services Unit at the New York County District Attorney’s Office provides interpretation and translation services for the investigation and prosecution of criminal cases. Under close supervision, Spanish interpreter/translator interns translate bi-directionally between English and Spanish and proofread translations for accuracy. Materials may include legal documents, statements, and audio recordings. Interns also interpret during in-house interviews, requiring mature and tactful behavior, screen Spanish audio recordings, and produce accurate transcriptions and translations, among other language-related tasks. The Spring Internship runs from February 22, 2027, through April 30, 2027. Interns work two days per week, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and must commit to the complete term. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript showing current enrollment, three professional references, and two sample translations. Interpretation internship candidates will be expected to interpret consecutively in a mock interrogation as part of the interview process.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled as a junior or senior in college, in a graduate program, or in another language-related program.
- Strong bicultural awareness.
- Strong ability to speak and write in both English and Spanish, including use of idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms.
- Must commit to the complete internship term.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in a translation or interpretation program is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Interpret and translate verbal and written communications between English and Spanish in both directions.
- Provide interpretation for phone and video conferences, community presentations, and in-person interviews.
- Prepare transcriptions and translations from recordings.
- Verbally screen Spanish audio recordings.
- Prepare written translations of materials in both language directions, including legal documents, personal statements, press releases, forms, and letters.
- Proofread translations and provide feedback.
- Process requests for Spanish language services and update the Unit database.
- Support Unit staff with translation and interpretation assignments as assigned by a supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
