Some interpreters and translators are members of a language which sends them work. Interpreters and Translators is in the Educational Services Career Cluster. Occasionally talk and listen to others Occasionally use fingers to make fine movements, such as for sign language Work Setting Interpreters and translators usually work indoors. Interpreters may interpret for one person or they may interpret to an entire room of people. Some interpreters work in court rooms.
Translators generally work alone, often at their own homes.
Interpreters for deaf students in schools usually work nine months a year. Most translators and interpreters experience periods when they do not have work. Translators, for example, may work full time for several days on a project, then have a few days without any work. Wages Information about wages for interpreters and translators is limited. Interpreters usually earn an hourly rate.