Learning and Development Intern

takealot.com; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Takealot.com in Cape Town Central Office invites applications for a Learning and Development intern. The role focuses on HR administration, onboarding, and coordinating training activities, with exposure to LMS systems and payroll-related tasks.

No prior work experience is required, making it ideal for an entry-level candidate seeking a comprehensive development program. The 18-month contract offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced e-commerce environment, mentorship, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• N6 in Human Resources Management (completed).
• No prior work experience required — this is an entry-level internship.

Responsibilities

• Filing and scanning documents for HR processes.
• HR administration and onboarding management.
• Support HR queries and employee communications.
• HR systems administration (Axio, Intranet, The Hub, Greenhouse).
• Payroll administration tasks (UI-19, confirmations, IRP5).
• Assist with L&D projects and training logistics.
• Maintain training records and scheduling calendars.
• Assist with SETA submissions (WSP/ATR).
• Coordinate and schedule training sessions and recordkeeping.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Data capture

Attention to detail

POPIA

HR functions

Numerical skills

Training coordination

LMS basics

Education

N6 HR Management (completed)

Tools

Axio

Intranet

The Hub

Greenhouse

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Takealot.com, South Africa's leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Learning and Development intern to join our team in Cape Town Central Office

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

Qualifications & Experience

• N6 in Human Resources Management (completed)
• No prior work experience required — this is an entry-level internship

Skills Required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong data capturing and administration skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Knowledge of applicable SA labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA)
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements and POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)
• Understanding of HR functions: recruitment, training, benefits, labour relations
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Understanding of Learning & Development processes (training coordination, skills development planning, tracking of learning interventions)
• Knowledge of Skills Development Act and Skills Development Levies Act (SDA/SDLA), and basic understanding of SETA/WSP-ATR submission processes
• Ability to coordinate and schedule training sessions and maintain training records/registers
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or willingness to learn one

Attributes Required

• Collaborative
• Creative energy
• Hands on
• Have an opinion and voice it
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Enthusiasm for learning and people development
• Comfortable presenting to or facilitating small groups

Key Responsibilities

• Filing
• Scanning documents
• HR administration
• Management of the onboarding process
• Supporting the HR team and business with employee queries
• HR systems administration (Axio, Intranet, The Hub, Greenhouse)
• Payroll administration (UI-19, confirmation of employment, IRP5, etc.)
• HR communication (new starter emails)
• Assistance with HR/L&D projects
• Coordinating training logistics (scheduling, venue/resource booking, attendee communication)
• Maintaining training records, registers, and the L&D training calendar
• Assisting with tracking of learning interventions and skills development plans
• Supporting preparation of SETA submissions (WSP/ATR)
• Assisting with L&D administration on the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Supporting coordination of onboarding-related training and induction sessions

This is an 18 month contract

High Level

At the Takealot Group, our Internship Programme will help you build both technical and soft-skills to launch your career, learning from the best in the business. The Internship program will prepare you for a career in a large-scale and fast-paced environment.

Every selected Intern gains unique insights into the e-commerce environment with vast amounts of practical experience from daily exposure to a broad range of skills. The program consists of various technical and soft skill courses where you will receive training on a variety of areas.

You’ll be working with some of the strongest professionals South Africa has to offer who bring experience from a multitude of Great Industries.

The Environment

• takealot.com employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer-centric, fun and have the shared ambition of takealot.com being the leading e-commerce company in Africa.
• We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve.
• We are short on ego and high on output.
• We are doers and not only thinkers, it’s all in the execution after all.
• We love what we do and what we are creating.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Mentorship Program: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
• Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.