There are many different types of services that can be offered in the field of translation. If you are someone who has an excellent grasp of a certain language, you may offer your services as a translator. You could choose to work primarily online, translating for clients across the Internet OR you may want offer your services locally. Some countries may have laws for translator services but others may be wide open. Perhaps an easy way to start is to offer translation of materials into English, French or Spanish. You could target businesses that are looking to access and advertise to the European market. For those of you who are gifted at simultaneous translation, you may want to offer your services to seminars and professional gatherings. The key to this business like any other is to offer a high quality service at an affordable price.