Localization Assistant Intern (Mandarin)

Crazy Maple Studio; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship certificate

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Crazy Maple Studio in the Bay Area seeks a motivated Localization Assistant Intern to support day-to-day project coordination and operations across localization projects, focusing on English-to-Chinese workflows for ReelShort and related content. You will track progress, tag content, maintain databases, perform QA checks, and facilitate clear communication between local and China-based teams.

Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, and multi-tasking with an interest in vertical content

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and similar tools.
• Interest in vertical content, storytelling, digital media, or entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Localization Project Coordination: support Chinese-to-English script localization by tracking progress, deadlines, feedback, and cross-team communication.
• Script Analysis & Content Tagging: review scripts to categorize and tag materials per guidelines.
• Localization QA & Tracking: perform QA checks and maintain project trackers.
• Database & Content Management: update translation databases and content metadata.
• Cross-Border Communication: facilitate updates with China-based stakeholders.
• Operational Support: provide flexible administrative support for localization needs.

Skills

Bilingual EN/Mandarin

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Entertainment interesse

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview:

Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focusing on mobile gaming, reading, and streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets.

Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 8 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and My Fiction, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance.

We’re proud to be recognized as one of the Global Most Loved Workplaces 2025, reflecting our commitment to innovation, creativity, and an employee-first culture.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Localization Assistant Intern to support day-to-day project coordination and operations across localization projects. The role will assist with project tracking, content tagging, database maintenance, quality assurance, and cross-functional communication between our local and China-based teams.

The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A strong interest in vertical content, storytelling, and digital entertainment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Localization Project Coordination: Support Chinese-to-English script localization projects by confirming project requirements, tracking progress, coordinating deadlines, collecting feedback, and ensuring timely communication across teams.
• Script Analysis & Content Tagging: Review scripts and related content to categorize and tag materials according to internal guidelines, supporting content organization and localization workflows.
• Localization QA & Tracking: Assist with quality assurance checks to identify inconsistencies, missing information, formatting issues, or other localization-related concerns; maintain accurate project tracking throughout the workflow.
• Database & Content Management: Maintain and update localization trackers, translation databases, content metadata, and other internal databases to ensure information remains accurate, organized, and up to date.
• Cross-Border Communication: Facilitate day-to-day communication between local teams and China-based stakeholders, including project updates, feedback collection, requirement clarification, and deadline coordination.
• Operational Support: Provide flexible administrative and operational support for evolving localization and project needs.

• Fluency in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and similar productivity tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and self-motivated mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong sense of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Interest in vertical content, storytelling, digital media, or entertainment is preferred.

Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws