INTERN Translation & Localization, English to French

Canadian Council for Indigenous Business; Canada; Remote; CAD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) is seeking an English-to-French Translation & Localization Intern to support translation and adaptation of organizational systems, platforms, and digital content from English to Canadian French. This remote Ontario-based internship focuses on systems localization and a future CRM/website rollout, offering hands-on experience with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates are fourth-year university students in translation-related programs, with

Qualifications

• 4th year university student in Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, French Studies, or a related field.
• Professional-level written French (Canada) and strong English language skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to linguistic accuracy.
• Ability to adapt content for diverse audiences while maintaining meaning and intent.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in a remote environment.
• Interest in technology, digital platforms, user experience, and localization.
• Experience with terminology management, or content management systems is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Translate user-facing content, system labels, forms, workflows, and communications from English to Canadian French.
• Support the French localization of CCIB’s new CRM platform and future digital systems.
• Contribute to the translation and quality review of content for a new organizational website.
• Develop and maintain terminology guides, glossaries, and translation standards.
• Review translations for accuracy, consistency, readability, and cultural relevance.
• Test translated content within systems to ensure functionality, formatting, and user experience are maintained in both official languages.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and project teams to clarify terminology and context.
• Provide recommendations to improve bilingual user experiences across systems and platforms.

Skills

Professional-level French (Canada)

Strong English language

Remote collaboration

Education

Fourth-year university student in Translation/Interpretation/Linguistics/French Studies

Job description

INTERN Translation & Localization, English to French – primarily Systems

(French Language Localization Intern)

Remote | Anywhere in Ontario

Internship: 4–12 Months (Flexible), up to 20 hours/week

Le texte français suit…

At CCIB, we’re dedicated to strengthening and enhancing a prosperous Indigenous economy by fostering business relationships, opportunities, and awareness. As a national Indigenous, non-partisan association, we champion inclusivity and innovation.

Kick-start your career where language, technology, and social impact come together. We’re looking for a Translation & Localization Intern to support the translation and adaptation of organizational systems, platforms, and digital content from English to Canadian French. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to major initiatives, including the roll out of a new CRM system and the development of a new national website.

This opportunity is available to current Ontario University students enrolled in a Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, French Studies, or related program.

You’ll Do

• Translate user-facing content, system labels, forms, workflows, and communications from English to Canadian French
• Support the French localization of CCIB’s new CRM platform and future digital systems
• Contribute to the translation and quality review of content for a new organizational website
• Develop and maintain terminology guides, glossaries, and translation standards
• Review translations for accuracy, consistency, readability, and cultural relevance
• Test translated content within systems to ensure functionality, formatting, and user experience are maintained in both official languages.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, and project teams to clarify terminology and context
• Provide recommendations to improve bilingual user experiences across systems and platforms

What You Bring

• 4th year university student in Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, French Studies, or a related field
• Professional-level written French (Canada) and strong English language skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to linguistic accuracy
• Ability to adapt content for diverse audiences while maintaining meaning and intent
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in a remote environment
• Interest in technology, digital platforms, user experience, and localization
• Experience with terminology management, or content management systems is considered an asset

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience translating enterprise systems and digital platforms
• The opportunity to contribute to major national projects, including a new CRM and website launch
• Mentorship and practical experience working with cross-functional teams
• Meaningful work supporting Indigenous business and economic reconciliation
• Flexible, remote, and inclusive work environment

Indigenous candidates will be given preference

CCIB is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know in advance. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit candidates and all other qualified individuals.

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STAGIAIRE en traduction et localisation, de l'anglais vers le français – principalement Systèmes

(Stagiaire en localisation de langue française)

À distance | N'importe où en Ontario

Stage : 4–12 mois (flexible), jusqu’à 20 heures/semaine

Nous nous engageons à renforcer et à améliorer une économie autochtone prospère en favorisant les relations commerciales, les opportunités et la sensibilisation. En tant qu’association nationale autochtone non partisane, nous défendons l’inclusion et l’innovation.

Lancez votre carrière à l'intersection des langues, des technologies et de l'impact social.

Nous sommes à la recherche d'un(e) stagiaire en traduction et localisation pour soutenir la traduction et l'adaptation des systèmes, plateformes et contenus numériques de l'organisation, de l'anglais au français canadien. Ce stage offre une occasion unique de contribuer à des initiatives majeures, notamment le déploiement d'un nouveau système de GRC (Gestion de la relation client) et le développement d'un nouveau site Web national. Ce stage s'adresse aux étudiants universitaires de l'Ontario inscrits dans un programme de traduction, d'interprétation, de linguistique, d'études françaises ou dans un domaine connexe.

Vos responsabilités :

• Traduire le contenu destiné aux utilisateurs, les étiquettes des systèmes, les formulaires, les flux de travail et les communications de l'anglais vers le français canadien.
• Soutenir la localisation canadienne de la nouvelle plateforme CRM/GRC et