New to NAJIT? A recent graduate asks how to begin networking and getting involved in the judiciary interpreting profession. Members are invited to share advice.

Discover practical advice for new graduates entering the field of judiciary translation and interpreting. Explore key tips on certifications, finding opportunities, courtroom preparation, building relationships, and career growth. Join The Couch discussions for expert insights and shared experiences within the NAJIT Ob

I came to the profession as many of you did, if you started your interpreting career ten or more years ago. I had a 15-minute phone interview with an agency owner, and I was hired on the spot and given very few instructions.

Coming Full Circle This is one of the last blogs I will write while serving as NAJIT’s Vice-Chair, so I want to write about something that I am passionate about and that is extremely relevant at a time when we are working towards better compensation... The post NAJIT 44th Annual Conference (2023) appeared first on NAJIT.

A few days ago, I was preparing the paperwork for the Wisconsin CEU (Continuing Education Units) Compliance form, and I realized that I do attend tons of workshops, in-person presentations, and virtual webinars. I have the privilege of being a NAJIT member, and as such,... The post NAJIT 43rd Annual Conference: Is it worth it? appeared first on NAJIT.

Before becoming a staff interpreter in 2015, I freelanced for more than seven years. During that time, I exchanged information with every single interpreter I crossed paths with during assignments or in class (once I found interpreting courses). I was desperately searching for a sense... The post Finding a Home at NAJIT appeared first on NAJIT.

I used to think that to be an association volunteer you needed to be extraordinary, extremely qualified, have all sorts of accreditations, certifications, a long resume, and be known to all in the profession. However, all you need is to have the will, the time,... The post On Being a NAJIT Volunteer appeared first on NAJIT.

Are the dry season doldrums getting to you? TNO brings you a few ideas that might help make surviving the doldrums a thing of the past.

Are the dry season doldrums getting to you? TNO brings you a few ideas that might help make surviving the doldrums a thing of the past.