Job Description:

• 1) Translates spoken passages from one language into another: Provides consecutive or simultaneous translation between languages.

• 2) In consecutive interpreting listens to complete statements in one language, translates to second, and translates responses from second into first language.

• 3) Expresses either approximate or exact translation, depending on nature of occasion.

• 4) In simultaneous interpreting renders oral translation of material at time it is being spoken, usually hearing material over electronic audio system and broadcasting translation to listeners.

• 5) Usually receives briefing on subject discussed prior to interpreting session.

• 6) May be designated according to language or languages interpreted.

• 7) May specialize in specific subject area.