Cantonese and Mandarin Freelance Interpreter

ContactLink Solutions LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Work from home

Monthly payments

Per minute rate

Per minute rate

Job summary

A leading interpretation service provider is seeking skilled International Interpreters fluent in Cantonese/Mandarin and English for a fully remote, full-time contractor position. Responsibilities include answering calls professionally, understanding healthcare vocabulary, and participating in training. Applicants are expected to have at least 1 year of interpretation experience and excellent listening and note-taking skills. This opportunity offers flexibility, monthly payments, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the world of interpretation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year interpretation experience preferred.
• Ability to explain cultural concepts for clarity in interpretation.
• 90% English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls professionally per interpreter’s code of conduct.
• Understand specific vocabulary in healthcare and medical sectors.
• Participate in internal professional training.
• Communicate and report to your team leader.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin

Excellent listening skills

Note taking skills

Cultural understanding

Tools

USB wired headset

Windows 10 or Mac

Job description

Overview

Cantonese and Mandarin – International Interpreter. Language: Cantonese and Mandarin.

Are you a skilled interpreter looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity? We are seeking talented individuals proficient in Cantonese/Mandarin and English to join our team of international interpreters. If you have a passion for languages and a commitment to providing excellent service, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Cantonese/Mandarin
• Minimum 1 year interpretation experience preferred
• Excellent listening, retention and note taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication with permission or at the request of the client

Technical Requirements

• 90% English proficiency
• Steady wired internet connection
• USB wired headset
• Windows 10 or Mac

What we offer you

• Fully remote. Interpreter works from his/her home office
• Full-time contractor position
• Immediate availability to start working after onboarding
• Monthly payments
• Per minute rate

Your responsibilities

• Answer calls professionally, acting according to the interpreter’s code of conduct
• Be aware of the specific vocabulary of the industry the interpreter works with (healthcare and medical, specifically)
• Go into internal professional training
• Communicate and report to your team leader

Based on your location, language testing and background check may be required.

Join us and become part of a dynamic team that values your skills. Apply today and start making a difference in the world of interpretation!