Burmese Over the Phone Interpreter

Global Impact Group LLC; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A veteran-owned language services provider is seeking a Burmese Over-the-Phone Interpreter to support USCIS contracts. The role involves providing accurate telephonic interpretation in immigration contexts. Candidates must have strong Burmese and English skills along with interpreting experience. This remote position offers competitive pay of $25–32/hour and opportunities for growth in the field.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience, preferably in immigration or asylum contexts.
• Ability to remain accurate under pressure while interpreting.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for federal clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time Burmese-English telephonic interpretation for USCIS offices.
• Interpret with accuracy and confidentiality in legal contexts.
• Participate in training and compliance refreshers.

Skills

Native or near-native fluency in Burmese and English

Excellent telephone communication skills

Strong understanding of interpreter ethics

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

About Us

Global Impact Group LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and ISO 9001 / ISO 17100 certified provider of interpretation and translation services. We provide secure, high-quality language solutions in more than 80 spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.

We are seeking Burmese Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Burmese (Myanmar language) is a priority Southeast Asian language often required for asylum, refugee, and immigration cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time Burmese - English telephonic interpretation for USCIS officers, applicants, and stakeholders.
• Interpret with accuracy, impartiality, and confidentiality in immigration, asylum, and legal contexts.
• Comply with USCIS/DHS interpreter ethics and professional standards.
• Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge requests.
• Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and quality assurance audits.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Burmese and English.
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, refugee/asylum, medical, or government preferred).
• Strong understanding of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness.
• Excellent telephone communication skills; ability to remain accurate under pressure.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay: $25–32/hour.

Remote work using secure USCIS-approved platforms.

Paid training and continuing professional development.

Steady assignments under a federal contract.

Growth opportunities in quality assurance or linguist leadership.

How to Apply

Submit: Resume / CV highlighting Burmese interpreting experience, certifications (community, medical, court, or ATA interpreting credentials preferred), and availability for full-time or contractor assignments.

Apply at: [e-mail] Subject line: Burmese OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract

This is a remote position.