Logwood, Bingley's given you some good advice. I, too, work as a (part-time) translator, from Portuguese to English (never the other way around).

Do you have any college, or are you going straight to work? Another good thing about translating for a company that handles a variety of subjects is you learn about those areas and that may help lead you to a profession you will enjoy. I've changed careers many times in my life and you may, too.