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Global Language Roster (GLR) examination for short-term English interpreters

11/08/2021

We are currently receiving applications for the United Nations Global Language Roster examination for short-term English interpreters, until Wednesday, 10 November 2021. The exam is open to English interpreters with a perfect command of English, and an excellent command of French, as well as either Russian or Spanish. In the absence of a formal university qualification in conference interpretation, a minimum of 50 proven days of work in conference interpretation into English will also be required.

Competitive examination for German Translators

07/22/2021

The UN is accepting applications until Sunday, 15 August 2021 for the United Nations competitive examination for German Translators. The exam is open to qualified candidates with a perfect command of German, which should be their main language, and an excellent knowledge of English. They must also have an excellent knowledge of French or Spanish.

Competitive examination for French Translators, Editors and Verbatim Reporters

07/09/2021

The UN is accepting applications until Saturday, 31 July 2021 for the United Nations competitive examination for French Translators, Editors and Verbatim Reporters. The exam is open to qualified candidates with a perfect command of French, which should be their main language, and an excellent knowledge of English.

Saint Jerome Translation Contest

03/23/2021

This year, due to a combination of factors, the United Nations will not be able to organize the Saint Jerome Translation Contest. Depending on the circumstances, including availability of capacity to host and manage the Contest and feedback from various constituencies, the resumption of the Contest will be considered in 2022.  

Freelance accreditation exam for French interpreters

03/16/2021

We are currently receiving applications for the United Nations freelance accreditation exam for French interpreters until Sunday, 21 March 2021. The exam is open to French interpreters with English/Spanish as passive languages.

Candidates are encouraged to consult the following eligibility criteria listed in this job opening and to apply before the deadline.