A new stage of the summer translation internship for students of Matej BelUniversity (Banská Bystrica) has begun at the European Foundation for SlavicLiteracy and Culture (EFSLiC) and the Russian Center of the Russkiy MirFoundation. For several years now, students from the Faculty of Russian Studieshave been participating in this internship as part of the foundation'scooperation program, gaining professional experience in the field of humanitariancommunications, intercultural dialogue, and practical translation.This year, fifth-year students specializing in Russian language studies aretaking part in the internship. A meeting with the foundation’s leadership andRussian Center faculty was held in the format of a video conference, duringwhich the main areas of collaboration were outlined for the period from July toSeptember 2025.
The students will focus on preparing written translations of materials forthe foundation’s new publication, the European Bulletin magazine, aswell as translating articles and information blocks for the official websiteand social media platforms. Active involvement of the interns is also plannedin the foundation's cultural and educational events, including the programdedicated to Russian Language Day and a commemorative event marking theanniversary of the Slovak National Uprising.
The internship, organized at the EFSLiC and supported by the Russkiy MirFoundation, not only contributes to the professional development of youngspecialists, but also strengthens humanitarian cooperation between Slovakia andRussia. This year, particular attention will be given to working with authentictexts related to the cultural heritage, history, and contemporary life of the Russian-speakingworld.
The European Foundation for Slavic Literacy and Culture and the RussianCenter will continue to provide a platform for dialogue, exchange ofexperience, and the strengthening of linguistic ties within the pan-Europeaneducational space.