Human Resources Intern

Sunway Putra Hotel; Kampung Malaysia Tambahan; On-site; MYR 6,700 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Sunway Putra Hotel Kuala Lumpur is seeking a motivated HR Intern to support daily operations in a dynamic hospitality environment.

You will assist with recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, attendance, learning and development, and employee engagement while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with the HR team. This hands-on internship offers practical exposure across multiple HR functions and exposure to hotel events.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Diploma or Degree in HR, Business Admin, Psychology, or related field.
• Strong interest in HR functions and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, able to multitask.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office; ability to work independently with guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment activities: postings, screening, scheduling, admin.
• Assist with new hire onboarding and orientations.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases.
• Assist with attendance monitoring and leave administration.
• Support training coordination and employee development initiatives.
• Coordinate staff engagement activities, events, and communications.
• Provide general HR inquiries handling and documentation support.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and records.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

HR/Business/ Psychology degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Sunway Putra Hotel Kuala Lumpur is a 5-star hotel strategically located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, directly opposite the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. With 650 rooms and suites, the hotel is part of an integrated development connected to Sunway Putra Mall, offering convenient access to shopping, dining, and public transportation.

Join our team and gain valuable hands-on experience in Human Resources within a dynamic hospitality environment.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Human Resources Intern to support our HR team in daily operations and administrative activities. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in recruitment, employee onboarding, learning and development, employee engagement, and general HR administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment: Assist with job postings, resume screening, interview scheduling, and recruitment administration.
• Onboarding: Prepare new hire documents and support employee orientation and induction programmes.
• HR Administration: Maintain employee records, update HR databases, perform data entry, and manage filing and documentation.
• Attendance and Leave: Assist with attendance monitoring and leave administration.
• Learning and Development: Support training coordination, training records, and employee development initiatives.
• Employee Engagement: Assist in organizing staff activities, engagement programmes, celebrations, and hotel events.
• Communication: Handle general HR enquiries, phone calls, emails, and staff announcements professionally.
• Other Duties: Provide administrative support for HR projects and other tasks assigned by the HR team.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and company records at all times.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong interest in Human Resources and a willingness to learn various HR functions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Able to work independently with guidance and collaborate effectively with the team.
• Responsible, proactive, and willing to learn in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Previous internship or office experience is an advantage but not compulsory.

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on exposure to various HR functions in the hotel industry.
• Practical experience in recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee engagement.
• Opportunities to develop communication, teamwork, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Exposure to a professional hospitality working environment.