Translator
A Truly Global History
World History Encyclopedia is a non-profit company publishing the world's most-read history encyclopedia. Our mission is to engage people with cultural heritage and to improve history education worldwide. We make history engaging and exciting, delivering the highest-quality articles on ancient history, videos, interactive maps, and news to millions of people from across the globe.
In order to reach a wider audience around the globe, we have started to translate our English articles into other languages. Our resources are limited, and we need your help! We are looking for people proficient in another language to both translate our articles and review the work of other translators.
We are particularly interested in translators from English to Spanish, French, German, Russian, and Arabic, but we accept translators for all languages.
This position is a volunteer role; you will not get paid for your work.
Responsibilities
Translate English-language articles on World History Encyclopedia into another language in a precise but easy-to-read manner
Review translations from other people for accuracy and readability
Requirements
Native-level proficiency in another language
Excellent comprehension of the English language
Good understanding of historical terms in both English and the other language
An eye for detail
Excellent written communication skills
Strong commitment to WHE’s mission and identity. Passion for history a huge plus.
Position Snapshot
Time Commitment
Flexible
Education
Undergraduate degree or relevant experience required
Required Travel
None; virtual, home-based position
Compensation
Volunteer position (none)
How to Apply
Please send an email including the following to translation [at] worldhistory.org:
Resume / CV and cover email, explaining why you would be a good fit for WHE