Join us in-house

We are currently looking for interns to join us as part of our six-month internship programme for linguists and language graduates with an interest in the translation industry.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Student Intern at Wessex Translations Limited, located in Romsey. As an intern, you will be involved in various day-to-day tasks, including assisting with translation projects, conducting research, assisting in project management, reviewing, and participating in team meetings and general brainstorming sessions. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the language and translation industry and contribute to real projects.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in English and at least one other language
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under deadlines
• Interest in language, translation, and cross-cultural communication
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience or coursework related to translation or language studies is a plus

Additional location information

Applicants should be aware that Wessex Translations is based at Michelmersh, Romsey, which is on the A3057 between Romsey and Kings Somborne. The location of the office and the poor servicing by public transport means that it is essential that all staff, contractors, and visitors have either personal transport or guaranteed lifts to and from the office. All Interns will be expected to work at the Romsey office throughout their internship.

Applications

Applications should be made by email to applications@wt-lm.com and clearly marked INTERNSHIP APPLICATION.

We do not currently have any vacancies for other roles.

However, please send us your details if you are interested in the position of Project Coordinator / Project Manager and we will get in touch should our needs change. See the role description below.

JOB TITLE: Project Coordinator / Project Manager

REPORTING TO: Directors and Production Managers

Note that this position requires attendance at our office in Romsey, Hampshire, a minimum of three days per week. Own transport is required due to the location of the office.

Role Purpose:

To manage assigned translation and interpreting projects from end to end.

Responsibilities:

The day-to-day project management and coordination of assigned translation and interpreting projects from initial client contact to project completion including:

• Project set-up and quoting, progress chasing, project delivery and completion documentation.
• Managing client expectations by ensuring that they are kept up to date with project progression and delivery schedules.
• Answering queries from clients, translators and revisers.
• Revising, updating, double checking and formatting amended translations.
• Maintaining the Project Management System by setting up and maintaining the progress of jobs as required.
• Placing delegated jobs with translators and revisers.
• TM and glossary maintenance.

Other general tasks:

• Project and office administrative work as required (including monitoring and responding to incoming emails, maintaining the project management system, double checking for colleagues, word counts, hard and soft copy file management, photocopying).
• Answering internal and external queries.
• Sharing skills and knowledge with colleagues to ensure mutual understanding of relevant industry and technology developments.

Qualifications, competencies, and other requirements:

• Educated to at least UK Bachelor’s level or equivalent, ideally with one or more languages to the same level.
• Relevant experience in a similar working environment, ideally using linguistic skills on a regular basis would be an advantage.

• High standard of literacy in written and spoken English.
• Good standard of numeracy.
• An organised approach to work with good attention to detail and accuracy.
• A good team player with strong self-motivation, organisation, and personal time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, oral and telephone communication skills.
• Meet statutory requirements to live and work in the UK.

Other important information

Applicants invited for interview at the Company’s premises will be expected to complete the Company’s application form, provide evidence of their right to live and work in the UK and evidence their qualifications when they attend their interview.

Successful applicants will be subject to a three-month probationary period.

Applications

Applications should be made by email to applications@wt-lm.com and clearly marked PROJECT MANAGEMENT APPLICATION.

Applications made through an agency are not accepted.