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 | SMART |
| Description of the Program | The SMART program is a voluntary, non-paid professional development program for applicants who have not passed the Purple/ZVRS hiring assessment. It provides a variety of mentored activities for professional development each month, including drop-in mentoring sessions, feedback on submitted work samples, guest presenters on various topics, and interactive events. |
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| Deadlines for Application | Rolling admission. |
| Duration of the Program | Varies depending on progress and interest. |
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| Describe the "other" types of interpreting | Opportunities to practice various types of interpreting using recorded sources. |
| 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? | No |
| 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. |