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Valbin XCTC

Vietnamese Interpreter

Washington, DC · On-site

$77K/yr

... diplomatic, defense, intelligence, and business sectors as well as corporate, private sector and ... Occasional travel for on-site interpretation (CONUS) may be required. The level of difficulty in ...

Valbin XCTC

Vietnamese Interpreter

Washington, DC · On-site

$78K/yr

... diplomatic, defense, intelligence, and business sectors as well as corporate, private sector and ... Occasional travel for on-site interpretation (CONUS) may be required. The level of difficulty in ...

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How much do diplomatic interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for diplomatic interpreter in the United States is $64,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a diplomatic interpreter do?

A diplomatic interpreter facilitates communication between representatives of different countries during official meetings, negotiations, and events. They translate spoken language accurately in real-time, often requiring specialized knowledge of diplomatic protocols and fluency in multiple languages. Their work supports international relations and requires confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.

How to become a diplomatic interpreter?

To become a diplomatic interpreter, typically one needs fluency in at least two languages, a relevant bachelor's degree such as in languages, international relations, or linguistics, and specialized training or certification in interpretation. Gaining experience through internships or language proficiency tests like the ILR or CIOL can also enhance prospects for working in diplomatic settings.

How much do diplomatic interpreters make?

Diplomatic interpreters' salaries vary depending on experience, location, and employer, but they typically earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually. Experienced interpreters working for government agencies or international organizations may earn higher salaries, especially if they have specialized language skills and security clearances.

What is the highest paying interpreter job?

The highest paying interpreter jobs are often in specialized fields such as legal, medical, or diplomatic interpreting, especially for those with advanced certifications and extensive experience. Diplomatic interpreters working for government agencies or international organizations tend to earn the highest salaries, often supplemented by security clearances and language proficiency in rare or high-demand languages.
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Vietnamese Interpreter

Valbin XCTC

Washington, DC • On-site

$77K/yr

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Job description

Job description:

Valbin is a leading language service provider to the government and private sector and is dedicated to delivering superior linguistic, analytical and cultural services to the diplomatic, defense, intelligence, and business sectors as well as corporate, private sector and business entities. We currently support a government customer which requires translations, as well as interpretations, from Vietnamese to English and vice versa, on an as needed basis.

Job Summary:

We are seeking professional Vietnamese Linguists that can provide accurate translations, free of errors in grammar, spelling or content, as well as Interpreters that can provide simultaneous interpretation and/or one-way interpretations.

For Interpretations, the meeting types range from General Meetings, Hearings, Panels, Digital Video Conferences (DVC), Conference calls to other mediums for discussions for both large and small settings. The timeframe ranges from extremely short (1-5 hours) to lengthy sessions (up to 12 hours per day). Occasional travel for on-site interpretation (CONUS) may be required.

The level of difficulty in the translations range from General, Semi-Technical, and Technical. There are several types of documents you will need to translate such as general documents of agreements, more complex legal or highly technical documents. The translation type ranges from formal, un-reviewed, comparison, summary and other special translation requests.

An understanding of trade and/or negotiation terminology is helpful. You must be able to accurately translate ambiguous terms, subtitles and nuances in your target language. Proofreading is required for all completed documents including legally binding translations.

Translation requirements and turnaround times vary depending on each individual request. Extreme Rush translation requests can be within an hour up to 24 hours.

Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizen and residing within the U.S.
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Must have 3+ Years Professional Translating experience
  • Must have 5+ Years Professional Interpreting experience
  • Certified by a Professional Organization (i.e. ATA, IACI, NAJIT etc.)
  • Must be able to pass a government issued Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)

Job Types: Freelance, Contract, Temporary

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: Washington, DC

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