HR Intern (Graduate Programme)

This is a strong first step into HR at a municipal human resources unit in Brackenfell. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The work is in Brackenfell, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Capture leave, sick notes and family responsibility leave on the HR system.
• Load job ads and do first-round CV sorting for the recruiter.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and confirmation letters.
• Take minutes at hearings and HR meetings.
• Enrol new staff on medical aid and retirement funds and process exits.
• Book pre-employment medicals and qualification checks.

• Discreet with personal and medical information
• Friendly and approachable with staff at every level
• Willing to learn and follow HR procedures closely
• Matric plus an HR certificate, diploma or degree (or currently studying)
• Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules
• Good MS Office skills, especially Word and Excel

• Minute-taking training
• Any HR admin or internship experience

• Mentorship from a senior HR practitioner
• Study support toward an HR qualification
• A clear route to HR officer after 12 to 24 months

• Attach your full academic record; HR internships often filter on marks in labour law and HR modules.
• If you are a graduate, put your qualification, graduation year and any HR modules at the top of your CV.