HR Intern

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from HR professionals

Hybrid work arrangement

Stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a respected nonprofit in Queenstown with an HR Intern position to support their HR team. The role offers hands-on exposure across HR functions, including administrative tasks, recruitment support, and employee engagement initiatives, with a hybrid mix of remote and on-site work.

The internship is designed for students or recent graduates in HR-related fields, emphasizing learning, collaboration, and hands-on experience in a professional setting with mentorship

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Human Resources Management, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong desire to learn and develop a career in Human Resources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administrative duties of the HR department.
• Support the recruitment process by posting vacancies and screening initial applications.
• Help in organizing and conducting new employee onboarding sessions.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist in the planning and execution of employee engagement activities.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries under supervision.
• Help in preparing HR reports and presentations.
• Support compliance efforts by ensuring documentation is organized and filed correctly.
• Assist with HR projects as assigned by the HR team.
• Gain exposure to various HR functions including talent management, employee relations, and HR operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive

HR basics

Education

Pursuing degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected non-profit organization dedicated to community development, is offering an exciting HR Intern position to support their Human Resources team. This is a valuable opportunity for an aspiring HR professional to gain hands‑on experience across various HR functions. The role involves assisting with administrative tasks, recruitment support, and employee engagement initiatives. This internship offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a mix of remote learning and on-site involvement at our offices in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . We are seeking an enthusiastic and eager individual ready to learn and contribute.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the administrative duties of the HR department.
• Support the recruitment process by posting vacancies and screening initial applications.
• Help in organizing and conducting new employee onboarding sessions.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist in the planning and execution of employee engagement activities.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries under supervision.
• Help in preparing HR reports and presentations.
• Support compliance efforts by ensuring documentation is organized and filed correctly.
• Assist with HR projects as assigned by the HR team.
• Gain exposure to various HR functions including talent management, employee relations, and HR operations.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Human Resources Management, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong desire to learn and develop a career in Human Resources.
• Basic understanding of HR principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take on new tasks.
• Must be able to commit to the internship duration, with a hybrid schedule in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .

Benefits

• A monthly stipend of 12500 ZAR (annualized to ZAR for salary field context).
• Valuable hands‑on experience in a professional HR environment.
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals.
• Networking opportunities within the non‑profit sector.
• Hybrid work flexibility in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.
• Exposure to diverse HR functions.