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 in both directions between English and Spanish, proofread translations for accuracy, and interpret during in-house interviews. Translation materials may include legal documents, statements, and audio recordings. Interns also screen Spanish audio recordings and prepare accurate transcriptions and translations, along with other language-related tasks. The Spring Internship runs from February 22, 2027, through April 30, 2027. Interns work two days per week, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and must commit to the complete term. City residency is not required. Appointment to the College Aide title is valid only for the duration of the program, June through August. Applications for the Spring 2027 Internship are accepted from October 19, 2026, through December 4, 2026.
Requirements
- As of June of the program year, be matriculated in college or be a recent college graduate from the winter or spring term of the program year.
- Be currently enrolled as a college junior or senior, in a graduate program, or in another language-related program.
- Possess strong bicultural awareness and strong speaking and writing ability in both English and Spanish, including idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms.
- Demonstrate mature and tactful behavior when interpreting during interviews.
- 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 communication between English and Spanish in both directions.
- Provide interpretation by phone, video conference, and in-person at community presentations and interviews.
- Prepare transcriptions and translations from recordings.
- Verbally screen Spanish audio recordings.
- Prepare written translations of legal documents, personal statements, press releases, general forms, letters, and other materials in both language directions.
- 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 the supervisor.
Benefits
- Prospective employees of the City of New York may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
