What we do
The Terminology Coordination Unit [TermCoord] is part of the Directorate-General for Translation of the European Parliament.
By providing information on the meaning and the use of terms, terminologists contribute to the accuracy and consistency of translations. This is particularly important in an environment like the European Parliament, where the texts can be very technical. Correct and consistent terminology is essential for ensuring uniform EU-wide application of laws, which contributes to legal certainty in the EU.
Our main tasks at the Terminology Coordination Unit are to assist translators with their day-to-day work, to facilitate terminology research and terminology management in the translation units, and to increase Parliament's contribution to the EU's terminology management system, IATE ('Interactive Terminology for Europe').
In order to achieve this:
- we coordinate IATE work and prepare terminology projects involving the terminologists and trainees of the translation units;
- we provide translators with a range of terminology and documentation tools and resources;
- we research new terminology, and provide related glossaries and termbases for important legislative procedures;
- we organise training sessions and workshops, as well as seminars on terminology-related issues;
- we cooperate with relevant services and management groups both within Parliament and at an interinstitutional level;
- we network with universities, terminology bodies and experts in order to share knowledge, experience and material.
Interested in a traineeship at TermCoord?
Consult our Traineeships page and apply to join our team!
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