Description

Translate and post-edit Chinese-to-English translations using human language technology in a computer-aided translation and machine translation (MT) environment
Learn and follow client-specific style guides so that all translations use "one voice" (the client's)
Receive, accept, and incorporate client and reviewer feedback
Perform other administrative or linguistic tasks such as alignment, MT evaluation, Translation Memory and Term Base management, and Optical Character Recognition
Maintain accurate and complete performance metrics daily for reporting purposes

Responsibilities

U.S. Citizenship
Must perform work from the U.S.
Experience translating Chinese into English for at least two years
Native Chinese language skills and at least near-native English language skills (will be tested)
Post-elementary education and/or experience living in a Chinese-speaking country
Accurate keyboarding / typing skills (minimum 60 wpm) in Chinese and English
Excellent knowledge of English and Chinese grammar
Strong attention to detail
Ability to focus and follow complex instructions
Interest in being trained/mentored and the ability to accept and incorporate feedback
Proficient technology skills and interest in learning new tools/workflows
BA/BS in relevant field
Knowledge of political science, military, government, and current affairs
Experience with cloud-based Computer-Assisted Translation and Translation Management Systems
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly
Desire to continuously improve (quality and/or production)
Understanding of government contracting requirements, such as maintaining confidentiality in a "need-to-know" professional working environment
Highly organized, flexible, and motivated team player

Hard Skills

Typing and typing speed
Advanced language knowledge
Advanced writing skills
Proofreading and editing skills
Audio translating experience
Simultaneous translations experience

Soft Skills

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Main info
Language Chinese, English
Experience level Entry Level
Job type Full Time
Salary negotiable
CountryUnited States of America

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We offer

Great company culture - named a "World's Most Ethical Company," a "Best Company to Work for Women," and one of FORTUNE Magazine's "Most Admired Companies"
Interesting work - interact with linguists from widely varying cultural backgrounds who support our clients' missions (national security, fighting international crime, and more)
Learning and development - through training and mentoring
Health benefits - Medical with HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision
Work/Life balance - remote work and flexible scheduling possible, accrued Paid Time Off or Paid Sick Leave

Chinese Translators

Description

Translate and post-edit Chinese-to-English translations using human language technology in a computer-aided translation and machine translation (MT) environment

Learn and follow client-specific style guides so that all translations use "one voice" (the client's)

Receive, accept, and incorporate client and reviewer feedback

Perform other administrative or linguistic tasks such as alignment, MT evaluation, Translation Memory and Term Base management, and Optical Character Recognition

Maintain accurate and complete performance metrics daily for reporting purposes

Responsibilities

U.S. Citizenship

Must perform work from the U.S.

Experience translating Chinese into English for at least two years

Native Chinese language skills and at least near-native English language skills (will be tested)

Post-elementary education and/or experience living in a Chinese-speaking country

Accurate keyboarding / typing skills (minimum 60 wpm) in Chinese and English

Excellent knowledge of English and Chinese grammar

Strong attention to detail

Ability to focus and follow complex instructions

Interest in being trained/mentored and the ability to accept and incorporate feedback

Proficient technology skills and interest in learning new tools/workflows

BA/BS in relevant field

Knowledge of political science, military, government, and current affairs

Experience with cloud-based Computer-Assisted Translation and Translation Management Systems

Demonstrated ability to learn quickly

Desire to continuously improve (quality and/or production)

Understanding of government contracting requirements, such as maintaining confidentiality in a "need-to-know" professional working environment

Highly organized, flexible, and motivated team player

Hard Skills

Soft Skills

We offer

Great company culture - named a "World's Most Ethical Company," a "Best Company to Work for Women," and one of FORTUNE Magazine's "Most Admired Companies"

Interesting work - interact with linguists from widely varying cultural backgrounds who support our clients' missions (national security, fighting international crime, and more)

Learning and development - through training and mentoring

Health benefits - Medical with HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision

Work/Life balance - remote work and flexible scheduling possible, accrued Paid Time Off or Paid Sick Leave