HR Intern

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

Mentorship from HR pros

Hands-on HR experience

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking an HR Intern to join their Human Resources team, offering hands-on experience across recruitment support, records management, HR administration and project assistance.

You will work with experienced HR professionals, gain practical knowledge, and contribute to daily operations. This internship is ideal for someone starting a career in HR, eager to learn, organized and proactive, with mentorship and potential for future opportunities based on performance.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of HR principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administrative tasks related to recruitment, such as posting jobs and screening applications.
• Help maintain employee records and update HR databases.
• Support the onboarding process for new hires.
• Assist with the organization and delivery of HR training sessions.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department as needed.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

HR/Industrial Psychology degree or diploma (pursuing or completed)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated HR Intern to join their Human Resources department in East London . This internship program is designed to provide hands‑on experience across various HR functions, including recruitment support, employee record management, HR administration, and HR project assistance. You will work closely with experienced HR professionals, gaining valuable practical knowledge and contributing to the daily operations of the HR team. This role is perfect for an enthusiastic individual eager to kick‑start their career in Human Resources and learn the foundational aspects of the profession in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in administrative tasks related to recruitment, such as posting jobs and screening applications.
• Help maintain employee records and update HR databases.
• Support the onboarding process for new hires.
• Assist with the organization and delivery of HR training sessions.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department as needed.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of HR principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards tasks.

Benefits

• Monthly stipend to support living expenses.
• Valuable hands‑on experience in a professional HR setting.
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals.
• Opportunity to learn about various HR functions in East London .
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.