International Languages & Services, also known as ILS, assists children, professionals and private students in developing conversational skills. The center also provides language programs at homes, offices and schools. Established in 1990, it offers classes in various foreign languages, including French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Japanese and Chinese. International Languages & Services provides introductory and beginner-level courses for enhancing fluency and writing skills. In addition, the center has capabilities for translating law, banking, general business, marketing and medical documents in more than 30 languages. Its clients include the AIG Insurance Group, American Cyanamid Company, Sumitomo Bank and Standard Chartered Bank.