TRANSLATOR (SOM)

Job Type: Location Type: Remote: open to residents of specific US states

 

Job Summary

The UM-Flint School of Management (SOM) is seeking a Program Assistant for Faculty Led Study Abroad to provide Japanese/English and English/Japanese translation assistance and to assist with travel and other logistics while in Japan. This is a part-time, temporary position, for approximately 100 hours over the program duration of May 22 – June 7, 2026. No work is required outside of the program travel dates.

Responsibilities*

• Japanese / English Translation
  • Assist the program leaders with translation of presentations by Japanese business people, artisans, etc.
  • Other translation assistance as needed.
• English / Japanese Translation
  • Assist the program leaders with translation of questions / comments from UM-Flint students to Japanese business people, artisans, etc.
  • Other translation assistance as needed.
• Logistics Assistance
  • Assist the program leaders with managing movement of the class group through train stations, onto and off of public transportation, etc.
• General Student Supervision
  • Act as a 2nd Backup for student supervision in case both program leaders are debilitated in some way.

Desired Qualifications*

• Masters Degree in Japanese Studies
• Strong Organization Skills
• Goal oriented

Background Screening

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U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

276101

Working Title

TRANSLATOR (SOM)

Job Title

PROF MISC (TEMP)

Work Location

Flint Campus

Flint, MI

Modes of Work

Mobile/Remote

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Flint Mgmt Dean

Department

Flint Management Dean

Posting Begin/End Date

4/09/2026 –

Salary

$17.86 – $17.86

Career Interest

Temporary Job Opening