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United States, California
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Posted May 16, 2026

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Mandarin

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TransPerfect Is Hiring A Remote Trilingual Interpreter English Fuzhounese Mandarin Cantonese 5

🌟 Exciting Opportunity: Trilingual Interpreter at TransPerfect Connect

Join a dedicated team where your language skills can truly make a difference. We're looking for highly fluent, professional trilingual speakers to facilitate meaningful communication across industries like healthcare, legal, and finance.

About the Role

TransPerfect Connect (TPC) is seeking talented trilingual interpreters (English <> Fuzhounese, Mandarin, Cantonese) with experience in a professional call center environment. This structured, call center-style position involves providing interpretation services via phone and video to support clients in critical scenarios.

If you thrive on purpose and want to leverage your language skills for real-world impact, this role is perfect for you! 🚀

Why Join Us?

Interpreters at TPC play a vital role in enabling accurate and culturally sensitive communication for limited-English speakers. Whether assisting a patient during a medical appointment or helping someone access essential services, your work directly impacts lives.

We offer comprehensive paid training to launch your career as an Over-the-Phone (OPI) and Video Remote Interpreter (VRI). Your expertise will be essential in diverse settings, handling complex conversations with speed, accuracy, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide interpretation for English, Fuzhounese, Mandarin, and Cantonese across various industries (medical, legal, customer service, etc.)
  • Ensure accuracy, neutrality, and clarity while preserving tone, intent, and emotional content
  • Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times
  • Manage call flow professionally, including respectful clarification when needed
  • Demonstrate emotional intelligence in high-pressure or emotionally charged interactions
  • Use active listening, note-taking, and memory techniques to manage longer conversations
  • Stay within the interpreter role, avoiding personal opinions or advice
  • Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and feedback sessions
  • Utilize basic computer tools (MS Office, internal platforms) for call management and logging

What We Offer

  • Four weeks of paid training (onsite or remote) covering interpretation techniques, note-taking, memory retention, call management, and emotional control
  • Hands-on role-play simulations and coaching led by certified interpreters
  • Ongoing development opportunities, including advanced training for complex calls
  • A meaningful chance to use your language skills to empower others and support life-changing conversations 🤝
  • Career advancement options across interpreting, QA, training, and leadership roles

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, life insurance, disability, and flexible spending accounts
  • Private health insurance and access to a collaborative, supportive team environment
  • Proactive HR support focusing on staff well-being and happiness 🤗

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (college preferred)
  • Fluency in English, Fuzhounese, Mandarin, and Cantonese with B2+ proficiency or higher
  • Ability to pass language and interpreting skills assessments
  • At least 6 months experience in call center, customer service, or interpreting roles
  • Strong verbal communication, accuracy, and ethical judgment
  • Ability to perform professionally in fast-paced, emotionally complex situations
  • Excellent time management, responsibility, and integrity
  • Comfort with assertive communication and session control
  • Basic computer skills, including typing and MS Office
  • Quiet, distraction-free workspace for active listening
  • Stable home internet connection (no cellular hotspots)
  • Identity verification: Valid government-issued photo ID required during recruitment and training stages

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification in medical, legal, or community interpreting (a strong plus)
  • Experience with remote work tools and communication platforms

Remote Work Essentials

  • Quiet, comfortable workspace free of distractions
  • Desktop or laptop (Windows or Mac) with at least 16GB RAM
  • Broadband internet (minimum 30 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload)
  • Computer no older than 5 years with a functioning webcam
  • Windows 10 or newer / macOS Big Sur or newer

About TransPerfect Connect

🤝 TransPerfect Connect is the world's leading provider of interpreting services, including Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI). We support communication in over 170 languages and uphold the highest standards of linguistic accuracy and cultural sensitivity.

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