HR Intern - Recruitment Support - East London

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Career opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is offering an HR Internship focused on recruitment support. This entry level role gives hands-on exposure to posting jobs, screening candidates, coordinating interviews and building a talent pipeline.

You will learn HR processes and work closely with the team in a professional corporate environment. Ideal for students or recent grads pursuing HR, Industrial Psychology or Business Administration, the internship provides a competitive stipend, mentorship and real

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a relevant degree in HRM, Industrial Psychology, Business Admin, or related field.
• Strong interest in a career in HR with focus on recruitment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to East London for internship duration.

Responsibilities

• Post job vacancies on platforms and internal systems.
• Screen resumes and applications for suitable profiles.
• Schedule and coordinate candidate interviews with hiring managers.
• Communicate interview arrangements, status updates, and feedback to candidates.
• Maintain candidate database and recruitment tracking systems.
• Prepare onboarding documentation for successful candidates.
• Assist HR team with general recruitment and HR ops tasks.
• Learn and adhere to company HR policies and procedures.
• Participate in HR team meetings and projects as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

MS Office proficiency

Recruitment process knowledge

Education

National Diploma in HRM

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an established organization in East London, is offering a valuable HR Internship opportunity, focusing on recruitment support. This internship is designed for an ambitious individual looking to gain practical experience in Human Resources, particularly in talent acquisition. You will assist the HR team with various recruitment tasks, gain exposure to HR processes, and contribute to building the company's talent pipeline. This is an excellent entry-level position for someone eager to learn and grow within the HR field in East London.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in posting job vacancies on various platforms and internal systems.
• Screen candidate resumes and applications to identify suitable profiles based on job requirements.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews for candidates with hiring managers.
• Communicate with candidates regarding interview arrangements, status updates, and feedback.
• Maintain and update the candidate database and recruitment tracking systems.
• Assist with the preparation of onboarding documentation for successful candidates.
• Support the HR team with general administrative tasks related to recruitment and HR operations.
• Learn about and adhere to company HR policies and procedures.
• Participate in HR team meetings and projects as required.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A strong interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources, with a focus on recruitment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of recruitment processes is an advantage.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to East London for the duration of the internship.

Benefits

• This internship offers a competitive stipend, providing valuable financial support during your learning period.
• You will receive hands-on training and mentorship from experienced HR professionals, significantly enhancing your skillset and industry knowledge.
• This role is an excellent stepping stone into the HR field, with potential for future opportunities within our client's organization in East London.
• You will gain practical experience in a professional corporate environment.