HR Clerk (Onboarding & Records)

How2Apply Talent Network
Bellville, Western Cape
Internship
Posted 9 hours ago
Internship Human Resources
R9 250 – R13 750/month
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Job Description

This is a strong first step into HR at a head office people department in Bellville. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

Location: Bellville, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

The work, day to day

  • Enrol new staff on medical aid and retirement funds and process exits.
  • Take minutes at hearings and HR meetings.
  • Archive old records and follow the retention periods for HR files.
  • Help organise wellness days, long-service awards and staff events.
  • Load job ads and do first-round CV sorting for the recruiter.

Must-haves

  • Willing to learn and follow HR procedures closely
  • Discreet with personal and medical information
  • Neat, organised filing habits
  • Friendly and approachable with staff at every level
  • Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules
  • Good MS Office skills, especially Word and Excel

Nice if you have

  • Knowledge of SETA processes and the Skills Development Act
  • Any HR admin or internship experience

What you get

  • Mentorship from a senior HR practitioner
  • A clear route to HR officer after 12 to 24 months
  • Monthly internship stipend for graduate roles

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book plus certified copies of your qualifications and academic record.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Bellville.

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Before you hit apply

  • In the interview, show you understand confidentiality with a clear example of how you would handle a sensitive file.
  • If you are a graduate, put your qualification, graduation year and any HR modules at the top of your CV.

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Job details
SalaryR9 250 – R13 750/month
Job TypeInternship
LocationBellville, Western Cape
CategoryHuman Resources
Experience1+ years
Posted18 October 2026
Closing Date14 November 2026
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