HR Intern (Graduate Programme)

Help a retail distribution centre in Midrand look after its people, one form and one query at a time. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

This post is in Midrand (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

• Enrol new staff on medical aid and retirement funds and process exits.
• Book training, track attendance and load results for the skills report.
• Capture leave, sick notes and family responsibility leave on the HR system.
• Answer staff questions on policies, leave balances and benefits.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and confirmation letters.
• Help organise wellness days, long-service awards and staff events.
• Set up new staff files and check that all onboarding forms are signed.

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

• Sage 300 People, PaySpace or another HR system
• Knowledge of SETA processes and the Skills Development Act

• Study support toward an HR qualification
• Mentorship from a senior HR practitioner
• Monthly internship stipend for graduate roles

• Attach your full academic record; HR internships often filter on marks in labour law and HR modules.
• In the interview, show you understand confidentiality with a clear example of how you would handle a sensitive file.