TRANSLATION INTERN - NEW YORK / USA

TRANSLATION INTERN

Location :

New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Application Deadline :

02-Apr-13

Type of Contract :

Internship

Post Level :

Intern

Languages Required :

English   Spanish  

Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)

13-May-2013

Duration of Initial Contract :

2 -5 months

Expected Duration of Assignment :

2 -5 months

Background

The Office of Communications of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in New York is interested in enrolling a translation intern to assist its Translations Manager. This is the opportunity for translation graduate students to learn the basics of translation project management and help the UN’s leading development agency better serve its constituents through the provision of quality, consistent translation.

Duties and Responsibilities

The interested candidate will assist the Translations Manager during all stages of the of the translation coordination process:

• Handle translation requests from start to handover to clients
• Edit and ensure quality of translations
• Liaise with translators to ensure timely delivery of translations
• Build and maintain of translation memories and glossaries
• Contribute ideas to translation management process

Competencies

• Knowledge of translation software (e.g. SDL Trados) and use of translation memory is essential
• Solid writing, editing and terminology research skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Must be able to work in a multicultural environment and be aware of political sensitivities

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Candidates must be enrolled in a graduate degree programme in translation, linguistics or literature

Languages

• Native fluency in Spanish
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required
• Knowledge of another language an asset

Interns must be available at least two days a week ideally through September 2013

For more information about UNDP internships:
http://www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/operations/jobs/internships/ 

Important: please note that UNDP internships are not paid

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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.