UNDP Jobs - 34723- Translation Internship (Spanish)

Translation Internship (Spanish)

Location :

New York, USA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

21-Jan-2013

Application Deadline :

06-Jan-13 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

Minimum three (3) months - Maximum six (6) months

Languages Required :

English Spanish

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Minimum three (3) months - Maximum six (6) months

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. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

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:

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

Experience:

Must be available at least two days a week through June 2013

Language:

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

Note:

Days/hours : 5 days a week (or 40 hours)
Your application should include a cover letter and resume.

The successful candidate will be required to:

Bring a certificate from her/his school that s/he is enrolled in a Master's programme; Have a valid visa to work in the US;

Have medical and life insurance.

Interns’ Expenses:

Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP. All costs connected with an intern's participation in the Programme must be borne by: the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his/her own arrangements for travel (including to and from the office), visas, accommodation, etc.

Subsequent Employment:

The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP but to complement an intern’s studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship.