HR Intern

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, offers an exciting HR internship for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience across HR functions in a real-world business setting.

The internship covers onboarding, records, recruitment support, training coordination, HR reporting, and general admin, with mentorship from an experienced HR team. A monthly stipend is provided, with potential for future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed HR-related degree or diploma.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to learn and handle new challenges.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must commit to the internship duration.
• Located in Mossel Bay or able to commute.

Responsibilities

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain employee records and HR information systems.
• Support recruitment by screening applications and scheduling interviews.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating training and development activities.
• Help prepare HR reports and presentations.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries under supervision.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department.
• Learn and apply company HR policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a positive and efficient HR department workflow.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree or diploma in Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable organization based in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is offering an exciting internship opportunity for an aspiring HR professional. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience across various HR functions, offering invaluable exposure to the practical application of HR principles in a real-world business setting. The HR Intern will work closely with the HR team, assisting with daily tasks and supporting ongoing HR projects. This role is perfect for a student or recent graduate looking to launch their career in Human Resources within the scenic Mossel Bay, Western Cape area. You will gain practical skills and knowledge that will form a strong foundation for your future career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of HR processes, including onboarding and offboarding.
• Help maintain employee records and update HR information systems.
• Support the recruitment process by screening applications and scheduling interviews.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating training and development activities.
• Help prepare HR reports and presentations.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries under supervision.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department.
• Learn and apply company HR policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a positive and efficient HR department workflow.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A keen interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to commit to the internship duration.
• Located in or able to commute to Mossel Bay, Western Cape.

Benefits

This internship offers a monthly stipend designed to support living expenses during your tenure. You will gain practical, on-the-job training from experienced HR professionals, providing a significant advantage for future employment. This is an excellent networking opportunity within the Mossel Bay, Western Cape business community. The company provides a supportive learning environment where you can develop key HR competencies and gain exposure to diverse HR functions. Successful interns may be considered for future entry-level positions based on performance and availability.