Interpreter

Interpreters

As an Iowa International Center interpreter, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of settings according to your skill level and experience. Our interpreters regularly interpret at medical appointments, depositions and other legal meetings, court hearings, parent-teacher meetings, social service appointments, immigration interviews and business meetings.

Interpreters often serve the most vulnerable members of our community, including the sick, the disabled, the very young and the elderly. Iowa International Center interpreters must be willing and able to serve the community ethically and effectively, demonstrating the utmost respect for all individuals.

At This Time, We Are Recruiting Interpreters for the Following Languages:

• American Sign Language
• Tigrinya
• Arabic
• Kunama
• Ukrainian
• Haitian Creole
• Hindi
• Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese)
• Dinka
• Karenni
• Russian
• Chuukese
• Krahn

Qualifications

In hiring interpreters and translators, the Iowa International Center considers the following qualifications essential:

• Fluency in English and another language at a level equivalent to at least a bachelor's degree in each language.
• Knowledge of the culture of the United States and the culture(s) of your other language(s).
• Prior experience or clear potential as an interpreter or translator.
• Demonstrated professional conduct and ethics in some field (not necessarily interpretation/translation).
• Dedication to advancing your knowledge of interpretation and translation ethics and protocol.

We understand that some bilingual individuals are eager to begin serving their community as an interpreter/translator, but have not yet had an opportunity to gain experience in the field. If you are one of these individuals, we welcome your application.

Independent Contractors

All interpreters and translators who work with the Iowa International Center are independent contractors. As an independent contractor, you are not employed full-time, and you have the flexibility to accept the appointments that fit within your schedule.