Japanese In-person Interpreters

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Location: Assignments available in:

• Tampa, FL
• Orlando, FL
• Clearwater, FL
• Miami, FL
• New York, NY
• Bethpage, NY
• San Antonio, TX
• Irving, TX
• Houston, TX
• Philadelphia, PA
• Boston, MA
• Baltimore, MD
• Maryland (statewide)
• Arlington, VA
• Los Angeles, CA
• Tustin, CA
• Fresno, CA
• Atlanta, GA

Employment Type: Freelance / On-call / As needed

About Us

Day Interpreting, a division of Day Translations, is committed to bridging language barriers and ensuring clear, accurate communication. We work with professional interpreters worldwide to provide reliable, high-quality interpreting services to clients across industries.

Job Overview

We are seeking skilled Japanese In-Person Interpreters in the listed cities and surrounding areas. As an interpreter, you will provide on-site interpretation between English and Japanese in professional settings such as hospitals, courts, schools, community agencies, and business meetings. Assignments will be offered on an as-needed basis, depending on client demand in your location.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial, and confidential in-person interpretation between English and Japanese.
• Facilitate communication in medical, legal, educational, community, and business environments.
• Prepare for assignments when applicable, ensuring familiarity with terminology.
• Maintain professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and neutrality.
• Adhere to Day Interpreting’s code of ethics and confidentiality standards.

Requirements

• Fluency in Japanese and English (native or near-native proficiency in both).
• Proven experience as an interpreter (medical, legal, community, or educational settings preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to attend assignments on-site.
• Professional certification (e.g., court or medical interpreting) is a plus but not required.

What We Offer

• Flexible, freelance opportunities that fit your schedule.
• Competitive rates per assignment.
• Opportunities to expand into OPI (over-the-phone) or VRI (video remote interpreting).
• A supportive team that values your expertise.