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Inficare Technologies

Translator

Sterling, VA · Remote

$44K - $58K/yr

Finnish * Chinese (Simplified) * French Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in language, culture, and background. About InfiCare:- InfiCare is a global ...

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Game Tester

Redmond, WA

$14/hr

Pay Rate: $ 10/hr for English testing & $14/hr when doing Language Testing This is a seasonal on ... Finnish/Danish/Polish Knowledge on TFS would be an added benefit.(Not Compulsory) Additional ...

JTG, inc.

Expert Level Translators

Reston, VA · On-site

$45K - $59K/yr

... Finnish, Flemish (Afrikaans, Dutch), French, Georgian, German, Greek, Gujarati, Haitian Creole ... Founded in 1995, JTG is an Employee-Owned Company that is specialized in language services ...

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How much do finnish language jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for finnish language in the United States is $58,498.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Finnish Language job?

A Finnish Language job typically involves using Finnish for communication, translation, customer support, teaching, or content creation. These roles can be found in industries such as translation services, customer service, education, and international business. Fluency in Finnish, along with relevant skills like writing, interpreting, or teaching, is usually required. Companies may seek Finnish speakers to serve Finnish-speaking clients, translate documents, or localize content.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Finnish Language position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Finnish Language role—such as Finnish Language Specialist, Translator, or Instructor—you need advanced proficiency in both Finnish and English, along with a relevant degree or certification in languages, linguistics, or education. Familiarity with translation software, language assessment tools, or e-learning platforms is often required depending on the position. Excellent communication skills, cultural awareness, and adaptability help you connect authentically with diverse audiences or clients. These skills ensure accurate language services, effective instruction, and successful cross-cultural communication in various professional contexts.

What types of projects or tasks do Finnish Language Specialists typically handle?

Finnish Language Specialists often work on a variety of projects, including translating documents, localizing content for websites or apps, teaching Finnish to non-native speakers, and reviewing written or spoken material for accuracy and cultural relevance. You may collaborate with international teams, participate in client meetings, and contribute to the adaptation of products or services for Finnish-speaking markets. The workload is typically a mix of independent assignments and group projects, depending on the organization. This diversity allows you to develop new skills while engaging with both language and culture on a daily basis.

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Infographic showing various Finnish Language job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 30% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 60% In-person, and 40% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,498 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Interpreter (OPI) - Government Services

Prisma International, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site, Remote

Contractor

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide remote over the phone interpretation services between government representatives and non-English speakers.

  • Deliver correct concepts and meanings, ensuring clarity, grammar, and tone between both languages.

  • Follow speakers' direction, professionally interject for clarification, and manage the flow of conversation.

Job description

About Prisma International, Inc. (Prisma) - Prisma is a dynamic and growing language services provider committed to delivering exceptional Interpretation solutions to clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on our dedication to linguistic excellence and client satisfaction. 

Prisma is actively seeking experienced, professional Interpreters to join our team as Independent Contractors. In this role you will provide remote Over the Phone Interpreting (OPI) services to our local, state and federal government clients. Please complete the Questionnaire portion of this application to indicate your language specialty.

The following languages are in demand:

Amharic, Armenian, Balinese, Bosnian, Cebuano, Cham, Croatian, Czech, Filipino, Finnish, Fujian, Georgian, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Kyrgyz, Malagasy, Mongolian, Mixteco Alto, Nahuatl, Norwegian (Bokmal), Oromo, Persian (Farsi), Polish, Pohnpeian, Punjabi, Romanian, Samoan, Serbian, Slovak, Somali, Soninke, Swedish, Taiwanese, Tajik, Tamil, Thai, Tongan, Turkish, Uyghur, Uzbek, Wolof, Yiddish, and Yoruba.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Ideal candidates shall be able to provide:

  • Experience with consecutive or simultaneous over the phone (OPI) interpretation between a government representative and non-English speakers.
  • Polite forms of expression, enunciation, and a high-level of customer service.
  • Deliver correct concepts and meanings between speaker and the Limited English Proficient (LEP) speaker.
  • Correct grammar, clarity and tones between the two languages.
  • Experience with following the speakers' direction, professionally interject when clarification is needed, and manage the flow of a conversation.
  • Refrain from side conversations with the LEP and entering into any disagreement with the customer or LEP.
  • Compliance with applicable ethics and standards.
  • Experience interpreting for local, state and/or federal government offices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Applicants must meet ALL of the following to be considered:

  • Experience: At least one (1) year of OPI consecutive or simultaneous interpreting experience
  • References: Two (2) professional references who can vouch for your work as an over the phone consecutive or simultaneous interpreter
  • Resume: The resume/CV you submit must outline your professional interpretation experience. Resumes without this information will result in disqualification.
  • Minimum Age: 18+ years
  • Minimum Education: High School Diploma
  • Location: Reside in the United States or a U.S. territory
  • Fluency: Fluent in English and the target language
  • Accreditations: Able to provide at least one of the following accreditations:
    • American Translation Association (ATA)
    • Trained or accredited through a higher education institution

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants may be subject to a federal background check. 

DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Experience providing interpretation services to federal government offices such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and their agencies, e.g. USCIS, CBP, FEMA, etc.

IMPORTANT APPLICANT SECURITY NOTICE:

Prisma will never ask for payment information or fee transfers during recruitment or employment preparation. Legitimate outreach for information will only originate from official @prisma.com email addresses.

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