About the role#
The School of International Service is hiring a Research Assistant to support ongoing projects. This is a part-time, on-site position based at the American University main campus in Washington, DC.
What you'll do#
- Provide research assistance for departmental projects.
- Summarize documents written in French.
- Translate French-language documents into English.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
What you'll need#
- You must be a currently enrolled student at American University.
- Native-level French language skills.
- Fluency in English.
- Prior experience with translation work.
Location & details#
- Location: Main Campus, Washington, DC.
- Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week.
- Compensation: $18.40 to $18.50 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About American University
American University is a higher education institution based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1893, the school holds a charter from Congress with a focus on public service. It operates several academic divisions including the School of Public Affairs and the Washington College of Law. The university employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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