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8 Ratthananwadee Prueangchai 6221307107 ASM-4 : Job Duties

Interpreters and Translators

What Interpreters and Translators Do
Interpreters and translators convert information from one language into
another language.

Work Environment
Interpreters work in settings such as schools, hospitals, courtrooms,
meeting rooms, and conference centers. Some work for translation and
interpretation companies, individual organizations, or private clients. Many
translators also work remotely. Self-employed interpreters and translators
frequently have variable work schedules. Most interpreters and translators work
full time during regular business hours.

How to Become an Interpreter or Translator

Although interpreters and translators typically need at least a bachelor’s
degree, the most important requirement is to have native-level proficiency in
English and at least one other language.
Pay
The median annual wage for interpreters was $52,330 in May 2020.

Job Outlook
The employment of interpreters and translators is projected to grow 24
percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.
About 10,400 openings for interpreters and translators are projected
each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected
to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations
or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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2030
10,400
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(Reference: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/interpreters-and-translators.htm)
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dialogue on the topic of ‘Job Duties
A: I am interested in a job as an interpreter. What is the main job duty?
B: Of course, converting information from one language into another
language is the main job duty.
A: What other job duties are there?
B: A good interpreter must be able to process, memorize what the
speaker is saying immediately, and provide the translation of the words
into the target language after a short pause. The process typically takes
about five to ten seconds. Furthermore, the most important requirement
is to have native-level proficiency in English and at least one other
language.
A: Thank you. Do interpreters need to use computer?
B: Yes, frequently. They always need to observe the information of their
tasks and make a contact with their clients. Other than that, they can find,
read and cite all the research they need on the computer.