Interpretation Internship Program Info session

About this event

Speak Mandarin or Spanish? Learn how to put your language skills to work as an interpreter for Washington State agencies, serving multilingual communities in health, courts, social services, and education.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND UW students in good standing with strong proficiency in English and Mandarin or Spanish who are interested in learning more about career pathways in interpretation. To be eligible for the program, students must demonstrate at least an Advanced mid-level proficiency, determined by testing.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS ■ Background Check fees are reimbursed for students accepted into the program ■ One- and two-quarter options available ■ Students complete self-paced training modules on Canvas prior to placement ■ Upon completion of training modules, students are placed with the WA Department of Health or Seattle Municipal Courts ■ This is a paid internship: $25 / hr plus benefits, for up to three hours a week ■ Provides a clear career pathway into professional interpreting in public service

Come with Questions! No RSVP needed. Light refreshments provided.