Off topic: Translation job - new trend Autor de la hebra: TB CommuniCAT
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Hello,
I have recently applied to an internal translation position and have now been contacted by the agency stating that I meet the minimum requirements. They have not granted me an interview yet, but would like to see a copy of my diploma, references and samples of translation. I do not have any issues providing them with those documents, but I just thought that usually one would go for an interview first before the company asks for references and a copy of your diploma. I was ... See more Hello,
I have recently applied to an internal translation position and have now been contacted by the agency stating that I meet the minimum requirements. They have not granted me an interview yet, but would like to see a copy of my diploma, references and samples of translation. I do not have any issues providing them with those documents, but I just thought that usually one would go for an interview first before the company asks for references and a copy of your diploma. I was wondering if this is a new trend where they want to ensure "your honesty" instead of going through the whole process and find out that the candidate is unable to provide the required documents.
Any thoughts?
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| | | | Henry Hinds 
Estados Unidos
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I don't think the request would be unusual if it is a salaried in-house position. And I suppose that if an interview is a possibility, it must be local as well, or close to where you are based. Most outfits will want to peruse all your documentation before deciding who they will interview, which is only for the most outstanding candidates.
| | | | | Just an idea | Sep 26, 2014 |
They've seen you CV and cover letter, haven't they? And they do know that you do have a diploma. You can reply that you will show them the required documents during the interview.
| | | | Andy Watkinson
España
Local time: 21:05
Miembro
catalán al inglés
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| Standard issue | Sep 27, 2014 |
TB Communicate wrote:
Hello,
I have recently applied to an internal translation position and have now been contacted by the agency stating that I meet the minimum requirements. They have not granted me an interview yet, but would like to see a copy of my diploma, references and samples of translation. I do not have any issues providing them with those documents, but I just thought that usually one would go for an interview first before the company asks for references and a copy of your diploma. I was wondering if this is a new trend where they want to ensure "your honesty" instead of going through the whole process and find out that the candidate is unable to provide the required documents.
Any thoughts?
Thank you!
Really doesn't matter which sector a salaried position is in, be it translation or otherwise.
Interviewing is a time-consuming effort and I believe it's only natural they should want to sort the wheat from the proverbial before investing time, money and energy in part of the process.
From what I can see, they've asked for no more than any agency would of a any translator, whether the latter chooses to accept or not.
Are you suggesting they should go to the time, trouble and expense of interviewing candidates who don't have "diplomas, samples, experience, etc..."?
[Edited at 2014-09-28 00:50 GMT]
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TB CommuniCAT
Canadá
Local time: 15:05
inglés al francés
PERSONA QUE INICIÓ LA HEBRA
Thank you everyone for your response!
| | | | Edward Vreeburg
Países Bajos
Local time: 21:05
Miembro 2008
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They wil likely:
- use your profile to show to their client their translators are qualified (while handing out the work to the lowest bidder)
- not be able to pay the rates you ask for
- contact your clients and say they can provide the same quality for hald the price
- steal your identy, by modifying the e-mailaddress slightly on your CV and taking over the work from your clients
- some might even go as far as to contact other agencies and say your e-mail ad... See more They wil likely:
- use your profile to show to their client their translators are qualified (while handing out the work to the lowest bidder)
- not be able to pay the rates you ask for
- contact your clients and say they can provide the same quality for hald the price
- steal your identy, by modifying the e-mailaddress slightly on your CV and taking over the work from your clients
- some might even go as far as to contact other agencies and say your e-mail address has changed!
SO BEWARE - translator are far too gullible..
Why would you send all that stuff, if you have no agreement on the rates/ budget they offer?????
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| | | | | Absolutely agree. | Oct 2, 2014 |
First, do find out if it is in fact an advertised position. Bona fide companies usually ask you to come in for an interview and perform an in-house translation test. Beware of companies that ask for "client references", as most of the time, they contact your clients and offer to provide them additional services to lure them away from you.
[Edited at 2014-10-02 10:37 GMT]
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