Intern - Translator

Japan, Tokyo Other Internship ¥2,000 - ¥2,000 / Hourly

This exciting opportunity is an internship where you will contribute to the firm by translating documents. You will be part of a fast-growing team in Japan within the broader APAC team. Aurora Japan’s quarterly research products & reports are planned months in advance so there will be clear line of sight on when the primary translations are required, allowing easy planning around other commitments / study etc.

The successful applicant will combine a complete grasp of English and Japanese language (written and spoken) and with an interest in the energy sector.

The position suits an academic, undergraduate or PhD student looking to take on an additional role with flexible working.

A full-time role combining both translation and work as an Analyst within Aurora’s Research/Advisory team is also an opportunity for the right candidate.

•Fluency in both Japanese (N1 level/Native level) and English (TOEIC 800+/C1)
• Excellent proof-reading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling and
punctuation errors
• Excellent time-management skills
• Logical thinking ability
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong communication skills to accurately understand and convey information
• Ability to think independently and execute tasks
• Teamwork skills, including collaboration with other departments
• An interest in energy markets is desirable but not required

• Translating a few slides in three to four, 100–200-page documents per quarter from English to Japanese, maintaining their original meaning and tone.
• Translating a small number of ad hoc, shorter documents from English to Japanese throughout each quarter.
• Work closely with our Japan team, translating or reviewing a small number of short (100 word) social media posts (LinkedIn, Twitter etc.) from English to Japanese.
• Develop an understanding and grasp of key energy market terms and concepts.
• Support the team with ad hoc qualitative and quantitative research projects.

A fun, informal and international work culture.
Employee discount platform – Perkbox.
Discounted gym membership
Commuting allowance
Private health insurance
Access to the Aurora Academy, our training programme offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7/365, covering a wide range of personal and professional aspects

20 hours per week maximum

Private medical insurance
Access to employee discount platform – Perkbox
Discounted gym membership
Monthly commuting allowance
Access to the Aurora Academy, our training programme offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills within the responsibilities of your role and within the wider context of the industry
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7/365, covering a wide range of personal and professional aspects

18 days of annual leave excluding public holidays

Country / Region

Japan

Prefecture (State)

Tokyo

Location (Address)

3F ARISTO Toranomon, 1-17-16 Nishi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0003

Job by

Aurora Energy Research

From its academic roots, Aurora Energy Research is a thriving, rapidly growing company, currently serving over 600 of the world’s most influential energy sector participants, including utilities, investors, and governments. While we constantly strive to reach new markets and diversify our product portfolio, we are already active across the globe in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe, and North America, working with leading organisations to provide comprehensive market intelligence, bespoke analytic and advisory services, and cutting-edge software. We provide data-driven intelligence to fuel strategic decisions in the global energy transformation.