ASL Bridge Program Resident
Are you a recent graduate?
Are you seeking additional support as you begin your professional interpreting career? Have recent circumstances limited your ability to fully develop your ASL skills? Perhaps you earned an interpreting degree, stepped away from the field, and are now ready to return.
What is the Bridge Program?
The Bridge Program is a 10-month paid residency designed to support developing interpreters through structured mentorship, training, and real-world experience. It is a temporary, full-time position allowing participants to focus on professional growth while working alongside experienced mentors in a supportive setting.
Program Phases
This program consists of three phases, with openings filled on a rolling basis.
Pre-Requisites
- Preferred graduation from a 4-year Interpreter Training Program (ITP)
- Graduates of 2-year ITPs are encouraged to apply
- Access to appropriate equipment for Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) (laptop, desktop, or tablet)
- Flexible availability, including occasional pager coverage and evening or weekend assignments
- Strong professional demeanor and positive attitude
- Demonstrated professionalism and strong soft skills
- PREFERRED: Successful completion of the EIPA written exam and/or RID written exam
- Willingness to relocate to the Fort Wayne area
Duties and Responsibilities
- Work approximately 38 hours per week; hours may vary based on agency needs
- Accept assignments aligned with current skill level
- Participate in more challenging assignments with mentor or team support
- Engage in a structured mentor/mentee relationship with staff
- Assist with general agency duties and cross-training opportunities
- Attend professional development activities
- Participate in and support Deaf community events
Program Benefits
- Full-time paid residency
- Structured mentorship and skill development
- Payment of testing fees for the RID or EIPA upon successful completion of the Bridge Program
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a Cover letter, Resume, Link to personal website and/or LinkedIn profile (if available), and Letter of recommendation from an ITP professor to karenh@the-league.org
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