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Interpreter: A Journal of Latter-day Saint Faith and Scholarship offers paid internships for individuals interested in serving as source checkers for articles being prepared for publication.

Source checking is an essential part of the academic publishing process. It is not simply proofreading or checking whether citations look correct. As source checker helps ensure that authors have represented their sources accurately, appropriately, and responsibly. Careful source checking strengthens an author's work and helps safeguard the scholarly reputation of Interpreter. For that reason, interns accepting source-checking assignments are expected to approach the work with diligence, accuracy, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Responsibilities
A source-checker intern is responsible for examining the sources and citations used in an assigned article. Among other duties, this includes:

Checking all scriptural references for accuracy and appropriate authorial use.
Checking direct quotations from sources external to the article to ensure that they have been quoted accurately and represented appropriately in context.
Comparing citations with the original sources and correcting citation information when necessary.
Formatting citations according to the style guides used by Interpreter. (Primarily, the Chicago Manual of Style, 17th ed.)
Making sure citations contain sufficient information for readers to locate or positively identify the sources being cited.
Locating source material when authors have not provided adequate copies or when additional verification is necessary.
Recording appropriate corrections, comments, or questions within the Microsoft Word manuscript.

The difficulty and amount of work involved can vary considerably from one article to another. Articles may range from approximately eight pages to eighty pages, and the number and complexity of sources can vary just as widely. Although authors are expected to provide copies of the sources they cite, source checkers may need to locate additional materials themselves. Many sources can be found online, but some assignments may require locating materials through libraries or other research resources.

Time Commitment and Deadlines
Source checking is deadline-driven work. Interns generally have two weeks from the time an article is assigned to complete the source check, regardless of the length of the article.

Because articles vary greatly in length and complexity, the number of hours required for an assignment will also vary. An intern should therefore review a newly assigned article promptly and plan accordingly rather than waiting until the end of the two-week period to begin work.

Within that deadline, the work schedule is flexible. Interns may perform their source checking at whatever times during the day or week are most convenient for them. There are no required daily working hours. This flexibility, however, requires interns to be self-motivated and capable of managing their own time so that assignments are completed thoroughly and on schedule.

Interns may decline an assignment if their schedules will not permit them to complete it within the required time. Once an assignment is accepted, however, the intern is expected to complete it carefully and by the established deadline.

Equipment and Software
Source-checker internships are performed remotely using the intern's own computer, Internet connection, software, and other necessary resources. We do provide copies of style guides for the intern's use.

All manuscript work is performed in Microsoft Word. Interns must therefore:

Have access to their own copy of Microsoft Word. (The intern must actually have and use Microsoft Word. Google Docs, LibreOffice, Pages, and other word processors are not acceptable substitutes for manuscript editing.)
Be competent and comfortable working in Word.
Be able to work effectively with features used in manuscript editing, including comments and tracked changes.

General computer competence and the ability to conduct effective online research are also important. The ability and persistence necessary to track down primary sources can be particularly valuable.

Confidentiality and Use of AI
Source-checker interns are given access to manuscripts that have not yet been published, as well as source materials and editorial communications related to those manuscripts. These materials are confidential and should not be hared with or made available to anyone outside the Interpreter editorial process. Interns are expected to take reasonable precautions to protect these materials while they are in their possession.

Because manuscripts and related materials are confidential, interns should not upload the, in whole or in part, to ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or other AI services. This restriction also applies to unpublished author-supplied materials and editorial communications. AI tools may be used for general research or assistance that does not require providing them with confidential Interpreter materials, but they should not be used as a substitute for personally locating, consulting, and verifying the sources cited by an author.

Qualifications
Successful source-checker interns are expected to be:

Detail-oriented. Small discrepancies in quotations, references, page numbers, names, dates, and citation information matter.
Careful and methodical. Sources should actually be consulted and verified rather than assumed to be correct.
Self-motivated. Because the work is performed independently and on a flexible schedule, interns must be able to organize and complete their work without continual supervision.
Dependable. Accepting an assignment constitutes a commitment to complete it carefully and within the allotted time.
Discreet. Interns must respect the confidentiality of unpublished manuscripts, author-supplied materials, and editorial communications.
Responsive. Interns should respond promptly to communications concerning assignments, questions, or deadlines.
Capable researchers. Interns should be willing and able to locate original and primary source materials when necessary.
Willing to learn and follow editorial standards. Interns are expected to become familiar with the style guides and source-checking practices used by Interpreter and to follow them.

The position is particularly well suited to individuals who enjoy careful research and who take satisfaction in getting details right.

Compensation and Record Keeping
This is a paid internship at $12.00 per hour.

Interns are responsible for maintaining an accurate record of the time spent working on each assigned article. Time records should identify the individual paper so that the journal can associate the hours work with the appropriate assignment.

Interns submit an invoice once each month showing the work performed and the hours being billed. Payment is based on the hours reported on that invoice.

Because interns work independently and largely set their own working schedules, accurate and responsible timekeeping is an important part of the internship.

The Importance of the Assignment
Source checking is one of the foundational safeguards necessary for academic publication. Readers should be able to trust that quotations say what the article claims they say, that references point to the correct material, and that citations allow interested readers to find the underlying sources.

For this reason, the position carries genuine responsibility. Interns are not expected merely to work through a checklist as quickly as possible. They are expected to exercise care, judgment, persistence, and attention to detail.

At the same time, the internship provides practical experience with scholarly research, academic publishing, citation practices, and manuscript preparation. An intern who takes the work seriously can gain substantial firsthand experience with the process by which scholarly articles move from an author's manuscript toward final publication.

Additional Information
For more information about Interpreter, visit interpreterfoundation.org. If you are interested in this internship opportunity, please contact:

Allan Wyatt, Managing Editor
Interpreter: A Journal of Latter-day Saint Faith and Scholarship
awyatt@interpreterfoundation.org

Writing consultants collaborate with writers at any stage of the writing process, striving to help them improve their writing and build confidence as writers. Strong applicants demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and oral), strong interpersonal and academic skills, maturity and professionalism in workplace settings, an ability to help others learn and develop as writers, a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, and substantial college-level writing experience.

Position Expectations:

Two-semester commitment
Writing consultants must commit to working at least two semesters in the center (semester = fall/winter). Many consultants work in the center beyond two semesters, but the training invested in the position requires this minimum commitment.
10 hours per week ($15/hr)
The first semester of employment is a credit-bearing, paid academic internship (English 399R) that trains students to work as writing consultants.

Info Open House:
Each semester the RWC hosts an Open House for interested applicants to tour the RWC, meet the staff, and ask questions about the position and application process. The open house will be in the RWC (3340 HBLL) Wednesday, October 21, 4-5:30pm and Thursday, October 22, 11-12:30pm.

The internship includes:

1 hour weekly class meetings with other interns
1 hour weekly training with the RWC staff
8 hours/week of hands-on consulting experience

Applications:

Interested applicants may submit an application online that includes the following:
A resume (properly formatted and tailored to the position)
A cover letter (addressed to Professor Gardner) detailing your interest, qualifications, and potential contributions
two samples of academic writing that showcase your strengths as a writer an optional third writing sample may also be submitted)
The contact information for a faculty reference (name, title, email address, phone number)

Application Deadline:
The RWC reviews applications once every fall (for winter semester employment) and once every winter (for fall semester employment). The application deadline to be considered for winter semester employment is Monday, November 2, 2026 at 11:59pm MST.

To learn more, check out the Research & Writing Center website.

Research consultants collaborate with students at any stage of the research process: finding and organizing sources, developing a research questions, source evaluation, and citation help. Part of this position also includes regular help desk/reception work at the front desk. Strong applicants demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and oral), strong interpersonal and teaching skills, maturity and evidence of professionalism in workplace settings, and a commitment to ongoing learning. Experience with academic research, library databases, experience writing research papers, or teaching/tutoring experience is a plus.

Position Expectations:

Be available to work between 10-15 hours per week in the fall. Consistent attendance at a scheduled shift required.
Commit to working as a research consultant in RWC for at least 2 semesters.
Starting wage is $14/hr. Upon completion of training and at the end of the first semester, wage has potential to increase to $14.75/hr. Additional opportunities for raises each semester.

Training Includes:

One-hour weekly training meeting
One-hour weekly training with the RWC staff every Monday night at 5pm. This meeting is required as being part of the research consultant staff and will continue throughout employment.
Additional weekly training hours to read and respond to training materials and hands-on consulting experience.

Applications:

Interested applicants may submit an application online that includes the following:
A resume
A cover letter (addressed to Marinda Quist) detailing your interest, qualifications, and potential contributions
Contact information for a faculty reference (name, title, email address, phone number)

Application Deadline:
The application dead to be considered for winter semester employment is Monday, November 2, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST.

Learn more at the RWC website.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan and conduct classroom instruction of English as a Second/Foreign language (ESL/EFL) and English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and to train teachers to be ESL/EFL instructors. Military student ranks include cadets, privates, Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO), officers, general officers and senior civilian executive service equivalent members who represent all age groups, services, educational, cultural and religious backgrounds.

Duties:

Prepare lesson plans by selecting from and adapting instructor texts, guides, and/or commercial texts or developing a unique plan of instruction (POI) to meet the specific linguistic or pedagogical needs of a group of students when other guidance is unavailable.
Provide instruction to an extremely diverse student body from over 100 countries; students range in age form 18 to over 60 and come from varying cultural and religious backgrounds.
Counsel students and make recommendations for student placement, remedial and enrichment training, based on observation, assessment, and evaluations.
Establish learning environment conducive to adult English as a Second Language (ESL)/English as a Foreign Language (EFL)/English for Specific Purposes (ESP) learning and to ESL/EFL teacher training. Provide appropriate physical learning environment by ensuring room is orderly and professional in appearance.
Teach ESL/EFL/ESP from basic elementary to advanced English to include: preparation for graduate level college courses; preparation for U.S. war colleges; over 24 specialty areas such as aviation, medical, explosive ordnance disposal; and both basic instructor development (train-the-trainer) and advanced instructor development and management of ESL courses.

Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship Required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance as a condition of continued employment in this position.
Must sign a mobility agreement under the provisions of the agency mobility program.
Incumbent must be willing and able to travel by military and commercial air in continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS).
This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
Due to mobility agreement required for employment, incumbent must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical before entrance on duty and must be maintained.
Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur
Employee must maintain current certifications
Disclosure of Political Appointments.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
May be videotaped while teaching for training purposes.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid.

Applications are due by October 22, 2026.

For more information, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/888415500

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