Practicum/Internships
The practicum is aimed at helping students gain real world experiences in the Translation and Interpreting industry. By working with professionals in the industry and/or along side professionals who frequently use interpreters, students will be able to pick up useful skills that will help prepare them for the transition from university to work place. In applying the knowledge acquired in the classroom, students are able to develop a better understanding of way in which theory relates to practice. It is also a requirement for NAATI accreditation. Employers participating in the practicum may also become a useful recruitment resource for graduates of the program.
Students are strongly encouraged to begin thinking about potential practicum arrangements in their first semester of study. In the first instance, students should discuss their practicum objectives (i.e. specific areas of interest within the T&I profession) with their language tutor; often, tutors will be able to offer useful suggestions/suitable contacts. Students may also approach the Practicum Coordinator for an appointment at any time to discuss arrangements. It is important that both students and tutors actively seek out potential placement opportunities which expose students to a variety of different settings.
Please direct all enquiries to:
Floriana Badalotti
Practicum Coordinator
Room W325
Tel. 9902 0883
Email floriana.badalotti@monash.edu
An updated copy of the 'Practicum Guidelines' will be posed on MUSO at the beginning of each semester. Students are advised to print out a copy for their records.