Junior Irish Linguist - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a motivated Junior Irish Linguist Translator to join our team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in professional translation, localization, and linguistic research.

In Short

• Assist with copy-editing tasks for assigned projects or accounts in Irish Gaelic.
• Perform on-demand translation tasks between Irish and English.
• Support linguistic adaptation tasks for English content.
• Assist in managing and maintaining linguistic materials, including glossaries, style guides, and project-specific documentation.
• Contribute to project-related queries and collaborate with team members to resolve terminology or language issues.
• Support quality assurance processes by testing and qualifying new freelancers and vendors.
• Participate in the development of new working processes and provide input for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on linguistic matters.

Requirements

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Translation, Applied Languages, or a related field.
• Native or near-native fluency in Irish Gaelic and English.
• Familiarity with localization processes and translation workflows.
• Basic understanding of CAT tools (e.g., XTM, SDL Studio) and issue-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA) is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• A passion for linguistic and cultural diversity.

Benefits

• Paid practical experience in translation and localization workflows.
• Training in industry-standard tools and practices, including CAT tools.
• Exposure to global client projects and a professional multilingual work environment.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities from experienced linguists.
• Insights into the language services industry and the role of Irish in international content.