TRANSLATION INTERN (SPANISH)

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 translations.

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; Must be able to work in a multicultural environment and be aware of political sensitivities; Solid writing, editing and terminology research skills; Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

Required Skills and Experience

Languages Native fluency in Spanish; Fluency in written and spoken English is required; Knowledge of another language a strong asset. Interns must be available at least three days a week ideally through June 2014. Interns are considered gratis personnel. They are not staff members. Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP. The costs associated must be borne by the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or by the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his or her own arrangements for travel, accommodation, visa, etc. APPLY