Why should you consider a career in translation or interpreting?
Expanding marketplace, hot career!
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 20% increase in translation and interpreting jobs between 2021 to 2031, with an average of 9,200 job openings for interpreters and translators projected each year. Learn More
A Day in the Life of a Translator or Interpreter
See how translators and interpreters work in this short animated video created to celebrate International Translation Day.
School Outreach for Teachers and Students
ATA invites you use this virtual presentation to learn what it's like to be a translator or interpreter. Learn how.
Careers in Translation and Interpreting
Watch this webinar to explore your career options as a professional translator or interpreter.
Guide to Starting Out as a Translator
Translation is one of the fastest-growing careers. ATA offers this e-book to help set you up for success in this dynamic and exciting field.
The intention of this e-book is not to teach you how to translate, but to help you build a strong launchpad for your new career.
Resources
Find resources written by working translators and interpreters who have been where you are right now.
So you want to be a Translator or Interpreter
The Savvy Newcomer has put together this five-part series on how to get started as a freelancer.
Become an ATA Student Member!
Students enjoy significant savings on ATA membership.
More Student Resources
Translation and Interpreting Courses
Many ATA Institutional members offer courses, programs, and degrees in translation and interpreting.
Education and Training Directory
Search for programs in translation and interpreting, tools, project management, and more. The directory is published in collaboration with the Globalization and Localization Association.
Student Translation Award
The Student Translation Award is presented to any graduate or undergraduate student, or group of students, for a literary or sci-tech translation or translation-related project.
AFTI Student Scholarships
American Foundation for Translation and Interpretation (AFTI) supports charitable activities, education, and research in support of the translation and interpreting professions.