What is a foreign language interpreter and how to become one

Key steps to become a foreign language interpreter

1. Explore foreign language interpreter education requirements

   Most common foreign language interpreter degrees

   Bachelor's

   61.2 %

   Associate

   15.5 %

   Master's

   10.3 %

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2. Start to develop specific foreign language interpreter skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Target Language	27.89%
   Foreign Language	26.84%
   Medical Terminology	22.97%
   Facilitate Communication	11.45%
   Interpretation Services	6.27%

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3. Complete relevant foreign language interpreter training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New foreign language interpreters learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a foreign language interpreter based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real foreign language interpreter resumes.

4. Research foreign language interpreter duties and responsibilities

   • Coach and teach students to achieve grades at or beyond expect IEP goals.
   • Translate patent's documentation from doctors who fill out prescription and directions in Tamil and Hindi.
   • Help to build collaboration with internal and international patients with medical staff, social organizations and insurance companies.
   • Create education and promotional materials relate to Latino health and wellness.

5. Prepare your foreign language interpreter resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your foreign language interpreter resume.

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6. Apply for foreign language interpreter jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a foreign language interpreter job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams