On a resume, is it okay if...?

Question

I write that I also know how to speak and write....
Spanish
French
Italian
Portuguese

Will that help....
Im trying to apply to a job that requieres interpreters, but by putting this on a resume, will it help? Because they want an interpreter that can translate English to spanish.

Answer 1

If you really know how to speak and write all those languages, of course you should put that on your resume!! They're looking for an interpreter, so your language skills are definitely most relevant!! Your resume should relate to the job for which you're applying, to get the best results! Good luck!!

Answer 2

Let me understand.

1. You are interviewing for a job that requires you to be able to interpret to translate English to Spanish.
2. You state you are able to speak and write in Spanish (as well as three other languages outside of English).
3. You are asking if you should put it on the resume?

Hmmm..... why would you need to ask something like that? I don't want to sound demeaning, but it really is a question that makes me wonder why you would need to get input on this.

Of course, you would put it on your resume. Why wouldn't you put it on your resume regardless of what you are interviewing for; especially a job requiring one to be able to interpret.

Now, if you are very weak in these areas then you might want to indicate your skill level for each; however, if you are not skilled in Spanish enough to be an interpreter then why would you apply?

I know some "poruguese" but I do not know it well enough to do much more than "speak a few words" and understand a few words.

Good luck to you, but I do have to admit that your question does not really make sense ... it seems like that would be a given. :)

Answer 3

Are you conversational or fluent? Definitely state you know the languages, but you need to be clear which ones you are conversational in, and which ones you are fluent in.

And do you have experience translating? Because if you do, you should mention how many years you have specific to translating in which language.

I've worked with several translators in the past, and it takes a while to get in the swing of things as there is usually a person talking constantly and you having to talk at the same time. If you haven't translated before, they will have to start you out on the easy assignments.

Answer 4

I'd say it depends on how fluent you are in th language (s). While any amount of knowledge of a foreign language (particularly Spanish) is helpful, some bilingual require complete, native fluency in the language. You definitely don't want to advertise something you can't sell. Also, remember it is important to keep your ability in the languages up and consistenly practice. You will lose what you don't use.

Answer 5

Yes. Individualise your resume and cover letter to meet the requirements of the job you are applying for. Also another good idea is to research the company and job to give a better lever if you get to interview stage.

good luck

Answer 6

Yes, definitely it will be a plus if you mentioned your other languages

Answer 7

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