English Translator Intern
Assist with translation and research tasks within the Statistics Division
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Overview
Assist with translation and research tasks within the Statistics Division
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent).
- Studies in the area of economic affairs, social science and/or statistics are desirable.
- Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
- Knowledge of another UN official language would be an asset.
- No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Santiago
Expected duration
01.04.24 - 30.09.24
Duties and Responsibilities
The internship in the ECLAC, Statistics Division, Santiago, will last 2 to 6 months, depending on the needs of the Office. Candidates may be selected throughout the posting period, on an "as-needed" basis. The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the five regional Commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes the design, monitoring, and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise, and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at www.eclac.org for further information. The intern reports directly to the appointed supervisor, and/or to senior staff to the , Statistics Division with respective or delegated authority. Duties and Responsibilities: The intern will be responsible for carrying out the following: • Translate from English into Spanish and Spanish to English, subject to revision, documents covering a broad range of subjects dealt with by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean i.e. political, social, legal, economic, financial, administration, scientific and technical. • Conduct the necessary research using all available information sources. • Produce reliable and acceptable draft translations that accurately reflect the substance of the original language text along with accurate and faithful summary records of meetings. • Attend meetings as part of a team, take notes either directly or from statements delivered and subsequently user the notes to produce draft summary records, subject to revision. • Contribute to the compilation of terms in specific fields for review and validation by senior revisers. • Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications/special skills
Be enrolled in, or have completed, of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent). - For this internship, studies in the area of economic affairs, social science and/or statistics is desirable. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in Spanish and English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language would be an asset. NOTE: "Fluency" equals a rating of ''fluent'' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and ¨knowledge of¨ equals a rating of ''confident'' in two of the four areas.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a situation where you had to translate complex information? | This question assesses your translation abilities and understanding of complex topics. | Provide examples of themes, techniques, and strategies you used in translation. |
| Tell us about a time you conducted research. What methods did you use? | The interviewer wants to see your research skills and the reliability of your findings. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in your translations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Have you ever had to work under a tight deadline? How did you manage? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your approach when collaborating with team members on translation projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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