INTERN Translator: Chinese

Our story so far
CC7 Europe BV is based in The Hague, the Netherlands, a dynamic international hub. Our multicultural team works from modern offices in the World Trade Centre. Founded in 2021 by a group of seasoned professionals, we brought together a team of skilled engineers with a vision to establish a pioneering engineering firm. Today, we are spearheading with bold plans for future growth and innovation.

Our approach to EPC goes beyond expectations, combining advanced technology, sustainable practices, and efficient processes to achieve outstanding results at every project phase.

The leadership team at CC7 Europe has built a comprehensive service offering that covers every stage of the engineering process—from initial concept and value creation to full implementation and financial security.

At CC7 Europe, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. Your knowledge and insights help us foster an environment where innovation thrives and creative solutions take shape. We are seeking individuals who are eager to bring their expertise to the forefront and make a meaningful impact.

Your new challenge
CC7 Europe B.V. is offering an exciting internship opportunity for
students currently enrolled in a university in the Netherlands
, specializing in
Translation, Interpreting, or Linguistics
. As an
Intern Translator (Chinese–English)
, you will support cross-cultural communication between Chinese- and English-speaking teams, vendors, and partners.

You will gain hands-on experience in
technical translation and interpretation
within an
international EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction)
environment, contributing to the success of large-scale industrial and energy projects across Europe. The role offers a dynamic learning experience where you can apply your linguistic skills to real-world business and engineering contexts while developing professional competencies in document translation, terminology management, and multicultural communication.

Your New Challenge Will Include

• Provide Interpretating services between Mandarin Chinese and English for meetings with vendors, affiliated companies and partners.
• Perform Written Translation and Proofreading between Simplified Chinese and English, including work reports, technical documents and E-mails, with a quick turnover.
• Use machine translation tools (DeepL, Youdao, Google Translate) and translation memory software (Trados Studio) to ensure consistency of translation within documents and improve efficiency.
• Retain and develop knowledge in the specialist areas of translation and maintain a glossary.
• Manage translation projects on your own.

What we would like from you
Abilities

• Consecutive interpreting
• Written translation
• Simultaneous interpreting ability is an advantage
• A good understanding of the culture of People's Republic of China
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management skills
• Ability to work quickly to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of chemical engineering, petrochemical engineering, oil and gas engineering, EPC projects execution (Preferred, not mandatory)

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (Simplified) and English (CEFR C1/C2 or equivalent)
• Interpreting training, such as Consecutive Interpreting, Simultaneous Interpreting, Professional Conduct and Ethics
• Translation training, such as Advanced Translation, Multimodal Translation and Audiovisual Translation
• Currently enrolled in an academic program (specialization in Translation or Interpreting preferred)
• Legal eligibility to work and reside in the EU and the Netherlands is mandatory.

In return we will offer you
As part of our
Translation Internship Program
, you'll join a structured learning journey designed to help you grow into a confident and independent translator. From day one, you'll be
mentored by an experienced in-house translator
, who will guide you through real projects and translation techniques.

Each week and month, you'll work toward
clear development goals
that build both your technical and linguistic skills — from improving translation accuracy and consistency to mastering terminology management and industry-specific language.

We believe in learning by doing: you'll contribute to real business and engineering documents, attend meetings with international teams, and gradually take ownership of your own translation assignments. By the end of the internship, you'll be equipped with the practical skills and confidence to work independently as a professional translator.

Process
Our hiring process begins with an
initial screening call
with one of our talent specialists to understand your background, motivation, and availability.

If successful, you will proceed to a
short written translation test
(approximately 30 minutes) to assess your accuracy, language proficiency, and attention to detail.

The
final stage
consists of an
interview with our in-house translator and the department manager
, where you'll discuss your results, learning goals, and fit within the internship program.

If you are selected, we will extend an offer and guide you through the onboarding process to ensure a smooth start. Should your application not be successful, our team will provide constructive feedback to support your future development.

Please send us your most up-to-date CV, and we will be in touch.
If you are excited to be part of a dynamic, international team and contribute to an innovative engineering company, we encourage you to apply today

All employees are expected to contribute to the effectiveness of the QHSE Management Systems, reporting Nonconformities throughout the organization in line with corporate Quality and HSE policies. The responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may be required to undertake additional tasks and responsibilities beyond this list as needed.

CC7 Europe is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, or any other characteristics that make you unique.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL ONLY REMAIN OPEN FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS UNTIL 26th November, 2025. WE ENCOURAGE ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATIONS BEFORE THE MENTIONED DEADLINE.