OI Summer School 24-28 August 2026 – Valencia, Spain

NEW DEADLINE 25 MAY
PARTICIPANTS WILL BE INFORMED BY 29 MAY

Join us in Valencia for our OI Summer School, a week of advanced training for professional deaf and hearing sign language interpreters/translators working across languages and cultures. Through a mix of practical sessions, workshops, and mentoring, participants will strengthen their International Sign and English interpreting/translation skills, explore AI-supported interpreting, and engage in critical discussions on power, representation, and global practice. The programme blends hands-on skill building with reflection on the ethics and realities of international work.

Participants should have at least three years of professional interpreting/translation experience and a national qualification, where available. This Summer School is designed for interpreters and translators eager to expand their global perspective and collaborate within deaf-hearing mixed teams. We warmly welcome deaf and hearing interpreters/translators from around the world and encourage applicants from underrepresented regions to apply.

Draft Programme

RID CEUs will be available: Exact amount TBC, but at least 4 CEUs including 0.3 PPO CEUs PPO CEUs

To receive CEUs for an activity, attendance is required. This includes coffee breaks, lunch, tapas and paella.

Language(s)

The Summer School will be a fully signing environment, providing an immersive experience in International Sign throughout the week.

Minimum Requirements for Applicants

National sign language interpreter/translator qualification (if available in country in question)
Minimum 3 years working experience as sign language interpreter or translator
Interpreting experience in diverse settings (e.g. conference-level, work with non-native signers, work abroad), or
Translation experience in diverse and intercultural contexts (e.g., specialized texts, work for international audiences, or adaptation to different linguistic and cultural contexts)

Applicants are expected to demonstrate ethical awareness and a strong commitment to professional interpreting standards, including confidentiality and impartiality. They should have experience working in, or be open and willing to work collaboratively within, mixed deaf and hearing teams.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Knowledge of additional written/spoken and/or signed language(s)
Experience working in multicultural and multilingual environments
Basic understanding of International Sign
Experience of traveling/living/working/volunteering abroad

Cost

Registration Fee Structure	Classification	Price in EUR
Tier 1	High-Income Countries	1,950
Tier 2	Upper-Middle-Income Countries	1,450
Tier 3	Lower-Middle and Low-Income Countries	950

Fees are based on the World Bank Country and Lending Groups classifications: https://datahelpdesk.worldbank.org/knowledgebase/articles/906519-world-bank-country-and-lending-groups

Note: If you believe that interpreter earnings in your country are significantly lower than the level reflected in the World Bank classification, you may request to be placed in a lower fee tier during the application/registration process. You may be asked to provide supporting documentation, such as a recent invoice, pay slip, or confirmation from a local interpreting or deaf association.

Upon acceptance to the Summer School, participants will receive an invoice with payment instructions (payment plans available). The preferred method of payment is bank transfer. All fees are quoted without VAT.

What’s Included

Participants of the Summer School will enjoy a fully immersive and thoughtfully curated experience, including:

Welcome reception with drinks and traditional Spanish tapas
Access to all workshops, info sessions, and practical training, including tailored mentoring
Networking and mentoring opportunities with international interpreters and experts
Materials to support your learning journey
Guided sign language tour of Valencia to explore the city’s culture and history
All coffee breaks with snacks
All lunches (Monday – Friday) featuring local and international options
Paella dinner – a signature Valencian culinary experience

What’s Not Included:

Accommodation (reach out for recommendations)
Travel to and from Valencia
Breakfast and dinners not mentioned above

Venue

WayCo Cabanyal
Carrer de Marià Cuber, 17, Poblats Marítims, 46011 València, Valencia

Application link

https://forms.gle/rHWzCmcAjtMiNVHn8

New Deadline: 25 May 2026 – 12pm CET
Applicants will be informed of acceptance by 29 May 2026

For more information email: jobs[at]overseasinterpreting.com