American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200680367-0836

Summary

Imagine what you could do at Apple. New ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish. People at Apple don’t just craft products — they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionizes entire industries.

At Apple, we’re not all the same. And that’s our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we’ve experienced, and how we think. We believe including everyone and providing an inclusive environment is necessary to embody our values, and deliver products that serve everyone.

Description

Apple is looking for an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to support our team members. You will interpret simultaneously into ASL and English at the highest levels for multiple clients, navigating technical jargon, and confidential topics. You will demonstrate calm confidence in front of the camera. You will be able to adjust your register, language, and interpretation to best represent the setting and team member. You will be a self-starter, with strong scheduling and time management skills. You will also support and contribute to the program management of Apple’s global sign language programs. You must demonstrate a strong understanding of Deaf culture, the interpreting industry, as well as having an innovative approach to your work. You will be a strong collaborator with a passion for accessibility. 


Minimum Qualifications

• National Interpreter Certification (NIC) and good standing with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)

• Minimum 5 years ASL interpreting experience at a professional level, ideally within the tech industry or other demanding environments working with Deaf professionals

• Demonstrable experience interpreting simultaneously in American Sign Language and English with high accuracy

• The ability to quickly learn new terms and technical jargon

• Demonstrable experience with interpreting both remotely and in-person

• Demonstrable experience with interpreting for confidential topics and maintaining confidentiality

• Demonstrable experience with interpreting for both live and recorded content

• Ability to support program management of projects and tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to navigate ambiguity

• The ability to maintain professionalism and prioritize competing demands

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.