Japanese In-Person Interpreter

At Ad Astra, we don’t just think outside the box – we speak, sign, and write there too. We help organizations connect with communities through linguistic support in 250+ spoken and signed languages, providing high-quality services across the U.S. and globally. We are a woman-owned small business committed to supporting interpreters at every stage of their career.

We are currently seeking on-site interpreters for assignments in the Maryland area. If you speak Japanese, this role is an excellent opportunity to use your language skills and support your local community.

Responsibilities
• Provide in-person interpretation between English and Japanese
• Support medical, legal, governmental, and community settings
• Maintain professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality

Requirements
• Academic-level fluency in English and Japanese
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be 18+ years old
• Ability to commute to Maryland for onsite assignments
• Willingness to complete a drug screening and background check
• No prior interpreting experience? Not a problem – training and orientation provided!

Why This Role Is a Great Fit
• Flexible, freelance schedule
• Accept or decline assignments based on your availability
• Use and improve your language skills
• Earn additional income
• Work as the voice of your community

About Ad Astra

At Ad Astra, we don’t just break language barriers, we shatter them! Our team of language professionals speaks, signs, and writes in over 250 languages, helping companies connect with consumers all over the world. As a woman-owned small business, we’re proud of our long-standing reputation for providing unparalleled language services to clients across the nation and globe.