Induction Programs
This is a list of opportunities providing novice interpreters support as they enter the field. The information was provided by the organizations administering the programs. Click here to submit a program for inclusion in the directory.
If you are searching by location, we recommend searching for both national programs and those that operate specifically within your state. To find national programs, search on the word “national”. If you are looking for programs that operate in your specific state, enter the full state name or the two letter abbreviation (example: “Vermont” or “VT”). Some programs may be local, only providing opportunities within a given state.
| Organization/Agency Name | ZP Better Together |
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| Name of Program | VIA (Video Interpreter Apprenticeship) |
| Description of the Program | The Video Interpreter Apprenticeship (VIA) is a paid apprenticeship program for applicants who did not pass the Purple/ZVRS hiring assessment by a narrow margin. It is a short-term, full-time, mentored program designed to improve interpreting skills in order to pass the hiring assessment and become a successful video interpreter (VI). Successful completion of the program results in employment with Purple/ZVRS as a VI with opportunities for community interpreting as well. |
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| Deadlines for Application | Rolling admissions. |
| Duration of the Program | Varies depending on progress. |
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| What is the geographic area of your program? | National |
| Is there a fee for application, or for joining the program? | No |
| Is there an opportunity for doing paid interpreting work in the program? | Yes |
| Please describe the paid work that could be available. | The Apprenticeship is paid. |
| Website for Program | purplevrs.com |
| Is mentoring available? | Yes |
| Contact Person: Name | Carolyn Heffner |
| Contact Person: Phone #1 | (737) 263-4768 |
| Contact Person: Phone #2 | (916) 580-9008 |
| Contact Person: Email | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |