About Us
Global Impact Group LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and ISO 9001 / ISO 17100 certified provider of interpretation and translation services. We provide secure, high-quality language solutions in more than 80 spoken and signed languages for USCIS and other federal agencies.
We are seeking Shanghainese (Wu Chinese) Over-the-Phone Interpreters (OPI) to support our USCIS contract. Shanghainese is a rare Chinese dialect, distinct from Mandarin and Cantonese, often required for asylum, immigration, and refugee interviews.
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time Shanghainese English telephonic interpretation for USCIS interviews, hearings, and official proceedings.
- Interpret accurately, neutrally, and professionally in immigration, legal, and administrative contexts.
- Maintain confidentiality in line with USCIS/DHS interpreter standards.
- Handle both scheduled assignments and urgent/surge interpretation requests.
- Participate in training, compliance refreshers, and QA audits.
Qualifications
- Native or near-native fluency in Shanghainese (Wu Chinese) and English.
- 2+ years of professional interpreting experience (immigration, legal, community, or government preferred).
- Strong knowledge of interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and cultural awareness.
- Excellent telephone communication skills; ability to stay accurate under pressure.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident eligible for Tier 3/Tier 5 federal clearance.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay: $28–35/hour (rare-dialect premium).
- Remote work with secure USCIS-approved platforms.
- Paid training and continuing professional development.
- Steady workload under a federal contract.
- Advancement opportunities in linguist leadership or quality assurance.
How to Apply
Submit:
- Resume / CV highlighting Shanghainese interpreting experience.
- Any certifications (court, ATA, community, or medical interpreting credentials preferred).
- Availability for full-time or contractor roles.
Apply at: careers@globallanguagesystem.com
Subject line: Shanghainese (Wu Chinese) OPI Interpreter Application – USCIS Contract
This is a remote position.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Global Impact Group LLC is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Minority-Owned enterprise based in Raleigh, North Carolina, providing innovative and quality-driven solutions in Staffing, Language Services, Consulting, Janitorial, and Employment Placement. As an ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified firm, we serve government, healthcare, education, and corporate clients with excellence, efficiency, and cultural competence. Our mission is to deliver tailored services that empower individuals, strengthen organizations, and create lasting impact in the communities we serve.