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Navex Global, Inc.

Translation Specialist

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$22/hr

As a Translation Specialist, you will help manage the Contact Center translations queue and also translate a variety of confidential web submissions from all around the world. This translated ...

Arlington Public Schools

Hourly Translator

Arlington, VA

$50.60K - $66.20K/yr

... translation of a variety of essential district and school documents. The Hourly Translator also provides leadership, training, and support to teachers, resource assistants, and other staff involved ...

Arlington Public Schools

Hourly Translator

Arlington, VA

$50.60K - $66.20K/yr

... translation of a variety of essential district and school documents. The Hourly Translator also provides leadership, training, and support to teachers, resource assistants, and other staff involved ...

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How much do translation jobs jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for translation jobs in the United States is $57,200.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Translation Jobs vs Interpreter Jobs?

AspectTranslation JobsInterpreter Jobs
Required CredentialsLanguage proficiency, translation certifications (e.g., ATA)Language proficiency, interpreting certifications (e.g., CI, CT)
Work EnvironmentWritten work, remote or office-basedReal-time spoken communication, on-site or remote
Industry UsagePublishing, legal, medical, technical documentsConferences, meetings, legal proceedings

Translation jobs involve converting written text from one language to another, often done remotely and requiring strong writing skills. Interpreter jobs focus on real-time spoken communication, facilitating conversations in person or via video. While both roles require language expertise and certifications, they differ mainly in work environment and the nature of communication. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role based on their skills and preferences.

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Infographic showing various Translation Jobs job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 6% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,200 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Freelance Simplified Chinese AI Translation Reviewer

Cactus Communications Services Pte. Ltd.

Avenel, NJ • Remote

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Description

Editage, the flagship brand of CACTUS, provides translation services to help ESL (English-as-a-second-language) researchers communicate their science to the global scientific community. We are currently looking for skilled translators to work with us on a freelance basis. 

Job description: We are seeking experienced translators with strong subject matter expertise to review content translated using AI. This includes both academic manuscripts and non-academic material originally written in various languages. In this role, you will evaluate AI-generated translations to ensure they are accurate, fluent, and meet high linguistic and contextual standards in native-level English or the target language.


Responsibilities

  • Ensure that the AI-generated text accurately conveys the meaning of the source manuscript
  • Identify and revise any incorrect terminology, unclear phrases, or convoluted sentence structures
  • Enhance the fluency, grammar, and readability of the translated output
  • Compare the AI translation with the original text to identify and correct missing or mistranslated content
  • Deliver final outputs that are clear, natural, and reflect the appropriate tone in English or the target language, whether academic or non-academic

Qualifications and Prerequisites

Applicants must meet any one of the following criteria:

  • A degree in Translation or an equivalent degree that includes significant translation training from a recognized institution
  • A graduate (or higher) degree in any other field from a recognized institution of higher education plus two years of comprehensive professional experience in translation
  • Five years of comprehensive professional experience in translation

Benefits of this Role

  • Flexibility to determine your own schedule and work hours
  • Work from anywhere! You will gain access to a list of projects and be able to preview the files before you decide to accept each project
  • There is no minimum commitment required

About CACTUS

CACTUS is a science communication and technology company. We specialize in AI products and solutions that improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered. Learn more: https://cactusglobal.com/ 


Awards and Recognition

  • Cactus Communications has consistently ranked among the top 20 on the global list of the Top 100 Companies for Telecommute Jobs since 2016.
  • Cactus Communications is Great Place to Work-Certified™ (2022). This means that the majority of our employees say we are a great place to work!
  • Cactus Communications has been named one of Quartz's Best Companies for Remote Workers 2022.
  • Recognised as one of India’s Best Workplaces in Health and Wellness (2021) by Great Place to Work
  • Recognised as one of the ‘Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2021’ by HR Asia
    Featured among Asia’s 100 Most Admired Brands (2020)
Qualifications:

Applicants must meet any one of the following criteria:

  • A degree in Translation or an equivalent degree that includes significant translation training from a recognized institution
  • A graduate (or higher) degree in any other field from a recognized institution of higher education plus two years of comprehensive professional experience in translation
  • Five years of comprehensive professional experience in translation
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