Talent Acquisition Specialist - Entry Level

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Internship stipend

Diverse exposure

Future opportunities

Practical skills

Hybrid learning

Networking

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is offering an internship for an aspiring Talent Acquisition Specialist. You will learn recruitment fundamentals, sourcing, candidate engagement, and the interview process while working alongside experienced recruiters.

This opportunity is ideal for students or recent graduates in Human Resources, Psychology, or Business Administration who are eager to learn. You will gain practical skills in candidate screening, job description support, and database

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed qualification in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A strong interest in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards tasks.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Prior internship or volunteer experience in HR is a plus but not essential for this role in Bloemfontein.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and identifying potential candidates through various channels, including job boards and social media.
• Support the screening of resumes and initial candidate assessments.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate candidate communications.
• Maintain and update candidate records in the recruitment database.
• Help in preparing job descriptions and recruitment-related documentation.
• Learn and apply recruitment best practices under the guidance of senior team members.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute fresh perspectives.
• Provide administrative support to the recruitment team as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Organization

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Eagerness to learn

Education

HR / Psychology / Business Admin qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client, a well-regarded recruitment consultancy located in Bloemfontein, Free State , is offering an exciting internship opportunity for an aspiring Talent Acquisition Specialist. This role is designed for individuals passionate about recruitment and eager to learn the fundamentals of talent sourcing and candidate engagement. You will work closely with experienced recruiters, gaining hands-on experience across various recruitment functions. This is an ideal position for someone looking to kickstart their career in the human resources and recruitment field. We are looking for enthusiastic, diligent, and proactive individuals who are keen to contribute and learn within a supportive team environment in Bloemfontein .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and identifying potential candidates through various channels, including job boards and social media.
• Support the screening of resumes and initial candidate assessments.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate candidate communications.
• Maintain and update candidate records in the recruitment database.
• Help in preparing job descriptions and recruitment-related documentation.
• Learn and apply recruitment best practices under the guidance of senior team members.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute fresh perspectives.
• Provide administrative support to the recruitment team as needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a qualification in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A strong interest in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards tasks.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Prior internship or volunteer experience in HR is a plus but not essential for this role in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• A valuable learning experience with mentorship from experienced recruitment professionals.
• A competitive internship stipend.
• Exposure to diverse recruitment processes and industries.
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.
• Opportunity to gain practical skills in a dynamic recruitment environment.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between office-based learning in Bloemfontein and remote flexibility.
• Networking opportunities within the recruitment industry.