Languages
Useful information for those interested in a career in languages.
Ones to watch
- Lingformat - Science of linguistics news
- Inttranews - Network for professional interpreters and translators
- Kwintessential
- British Council
- Chartered Institute of Linguists
- Languages Work
- The National Centre for Languages
- Association of Translation Companies (ATC) - for events and institutions that offer qualifications in translating.
- Institute of Linguists (IOL) - a good source of information for all linguists, including a vast range of vacancies and information about your options.
- Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI) - information about how to kick-start your career in translating or interpreting and events in and around London.
- Lingo 24's Translation Service Industry Career Guide - find out about the opportunities for graduates in translation. Includes case studies and useful links
- Multilingualism in the European Parliament - includes information about translation and interpreting careers in the EU Parliament
- Top Language Jobs
- MI5 Careers
- Multilingual Vacancies
- Language Jobs 4U
- Identify the skills that your degree has given you - Prospects.ac.uk service
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Jobs Directly related to your degree:
Translator - converts written material from one or more languages ('source language') into another, usually the translator's mother tongue ('target language') ensuring that, as far as possible, the translated version is as clear and accurate as the source language text.
Interpreter - converts spoken statements from one language to another in a range of settings: international events and conferences; technical, business, legal or political meetings; court hearings; police interviews, etc.
Secondary school teacher - teaches language classes to pupils aged 11-18.