CAT I Portuguese Simultaneous Interpreters

Global Dimensions is currently seeking experienced CAT I Portuguese Simultaneous Interpreters to provide professional simultaneous and consecutive interpretation services for conferences, meetings, and other scheduled engagements throughout the United States (CONUS), with occasional international (OCONUS) travel.

These positions are temporary, part-time 1099 independent contractor opportunities supporting an anticipated four to six conferences or meetings per month. Assignments will primarily take place within the continental United States, although occasional overseas travel may be required.

The anticipated start timeframe is Fall 2026. Candidates are being considered immediately to allow sufficient time to complete required language proficiency testing and screening requirements.

Assignment Details:

Contract Type: Temporary, part-time 1099 independent contractor

Compensation: $500–$700 per day, based on experience

Assignment Duration: Approximately 2 days to 2 weeks

Typical Assignment Length: 4–6 days

Assignment Frequency: Up to 4–6 conferences or meetings per month

Locations: Various CONUS and OCONUS locations, primarily CONUS

Anticipated Start: Fall 2026

Number of Openings: Multiple

Essential Job Functions:

Provide professional Portuguese-English simultaneous interpretation during conferences, meetings, briefings, and other scheduled engagements.

Deliver accurate and effective consecutive interpretation as required to support assignment-specific communication needs.

Interpret spoken communication between Portuguese and English while preserving the speaker's original meaning, tone, intent, context, and technical accuracy.

Accurately interpret specialized terminology, complex discussions, and subject matter relevant to each assignment.

Provide interpretation support in professional conference, government, military, and other mission-related environments, as required.

Travel to designated CONUS and OCONUS locations to support scheduled interpretation assignments.

Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, accuracy, discretion, confidentiality, and ethical conduct throughout each engagement.

Adapt interpretation techniques, delivery, and terminology to accommodate different audiences, subject matter, communication styles, and operational environments.

Perform effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure conference and meeting settings while maintaining interpretation quality, consistency, and professionalism.

Collaborate with event coordinators, meeting participants, and other interpreters to ensure effective communication and successful assignment execution.

Required Skills:

U.S. Citizenship is required due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements.

Demonstrated professional experience providing Portuguese-English simultaneous interpretation in conferences, meetings, or comparable professional environments.

Professional experience providing consecutive interpretation between Portuguese and English.

Demonstrated advanced oral proficiency and fluency in both Portuguese and English, including the ability to accurately convey complex concepts and specialized terminology.

Ability to interpret spoken communication accurately while preserving the original speaker's meaning, tone, intent, and context.

Strong listening comprehension, concentration, communication, and real-time language processing skills.

Ability to maintain interpretation accuracy and professionalism during extended or technically complex discussions.

Ability and willingness to travel to various CONUS and OCONUS locations based on assignment requirements.

Willingness and ability to successfully complete a simultaneous interpretation proficiency test as part of the qualification process.

Willingness to successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) screening/interview, as required by the customer.

Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise professional judgment, and comply with applicable customer and assignment-specific requirements.

Desired Skills:

Prior military experience and/or demonstrated familiarity with military terminology, organizational structures, culture, operations, and environments.

Previous experience providing interpretation services in government, military, defense, intelligence, or professional conference settings.

Experience interpreting technical, operational, mission-related, or specialized subject matter requiring advanced terminology and contextual understanding.

Demonstrated ability to adapt to diverse audiences, complex subject matter, and dynamic professional environments.

Strong interpersonal communication, cultural awareness, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Experience supporting multi-day conferences, high-level meetings, or other events requiring sustained simultaneous interpretation.