Job description

This company® (AML-Global) is an international language translating and interpreting firm operating under the same management for 30 years.  We are based in West Los Angeles, CA and service a wide array of corporate, legal, educational and governmental clients around the world.  AML-Global is well situated for continued growth in a rapidly growing industry.  Please check out our website at: …sglobal.net for more information.

We seek to fill an internship position as a Translation Project Coordinator/Interpreting Coordinator/Sourcing Intern; and at this point we are seeking interns to start either this summer (July or July) or in the fall, around the September/October timeframe..  The intern will have the opportunity to experience roles in our Interpreting, Translation, and Sales Departments.  The intern will gain great exposure and experience in a growing busy international related business.  The position will start at a minimum of four (4) months and up to one (1) year.  This position is full-time and the hours are flexible.

Activities

Translation Department:  In the role as the Translation Project Coordinator, the intern will doing a variety of tasks including communicating with vendors and clients, sourcing projects, database blasts, editing, delivering projects, doing web postings, word counts, completing certifications, order entry, and filling jobs, among other tasks. 

Interpreting Department:  In the role as the Interpreting Coordinator, the intern will be performing work in the areas of scheduling interpreting assignments, communicating with interpreters, court reporting agencies, law firms and other clients; sending confirmations to interpreters and clients, entering assignment jobs into QuickBooks, sourcing (researching) for interpreters in the company database, and searching online for additional resources, among others.

Sourcing Department:  In the role as the Sourcing Intern, the intern will assist the Sourcing Coordinator with recruiting new vendors (translators, interpreters, transcriptionists, DTP specialists) using a systematic approach and other related resources from around the world.  Recruitment will be primarily by the creative use of the internet, referrals from our current vendors, and through social media networking.  This position will also be responsible for the reviewing, screening, and managing of new resources (aka, vendors) who submit their resumes and additional information and desire to work with our organization.

Preferred profile

We prefer someone with has an interest in our direct industry, international business, or has a strong business communications background.  However, we would consider an exceptional person who does not have this focus.  We require an individual with very good attention to detail, along with good written English and grammar skills, to be utilized to proof and edit documents.  Excellent computer skills are a must.   We utilize many different types of software including:  OCR programs, Trados, ACT, QuickBooks, and other software.  We want a sharp person with a thirst for knowledge; is a fast learner, follow directions well, and has good organizational skills.   We seek a team player with a great attitude.   The person needs to able to multi task, work well with deadlines, and prioritize effectively.  Training will be provided.

Contact Alan through his email: alan@alsglobal.net.  Please no calls initially.