HR Administrator Intern Opportunity at Managed People Solutions Brackenfell

Managed People Solutions is inviting applications for a HR Administrator Intern to join its team in Brackenfell, Cape Town. This 12 month internship is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates who are passionate about Human Resources and want to gain practical workplace experience in a professional and supportive environment.

If you are organised, detail oriented and enjoy working with people, this internship will provide valuable exposure to core HR functions including recruitment, employee administration, onboarding, learning and development and employee engagement. Successful candidates will develop practical skills while working alongside experienced Human Resources professionals.

About the Internship

The HR Administrator Internship has been designed to equip graduates with real workplace experience across multiple Human Resources functions. Throughout the programme, interns will participate in structured learning rotations that provide exposure to recruitment, HR administration, employee records management, training coordination and employee experience initiatives.

By the end of the programme, participants will have developed the practical knowledge and professional skills needed to build a successful career in Human Resources.

What You Will Learn

During the internship, you will:

• Gain a solid understanding of Human Resources processes from recruitment through to employee exit.
• Develop practical HR administration and record management skills.
• Learn how recruitment processes are coordinated.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Understand employee learning and development programmes.
• Build professional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Develop organisational, planning and administrative abilities.

Programme Rotations

The internship includes practical experience across:

• Employee records, documentation and HR systems.
• Recruitment administration and interview coordination.
• Candidate assessments and recruitment support.
• Learning and development administration.
• Employee engagement activities and HR communications.

Key Responsibilities

As a HR Administrator Intern, your responsibilities may include:

HR Administration

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding administration.
• Prepare employment documentation and employee correspondence.
• Maintain accurate employee files and HR records.
• Capture and update employee information on HR systems.
• Support leave administration, probation tracking and general HR administration.

Recruitment Support

• Assist with drafting and posting job advertisements.
• Screen applications and support candidate shortlisting.
• Schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers.
• Coordinate psychometric assessments and bookings.
• Prepare interview packs and recruitment documentation.
• Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain recruitment trackers and candidate records.
• Assist with reference checks, qualification verification and onboarding documentation.

Learning and Employee Experience

• Coordinate training sessions and workshops.
• Schedule meeting rooms and Microsoft Teams sessions.
• Prepare attendance registers and training materials.
• Assist with employee engagement and wellness initiatives.
• Support internal surveys and HR communication projects.
• Help prepare presentations and HR reports.

Programme Success Measures

Throughout the internship you will be expected to:

• Successfully complete all planned HR learning rotations.
• Demonstrate competence in HR administration under supervision.
• Apply academic HR knowledge within the workplace.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality and accountability.
• Receive positive performance feedback.
• Successfully complete the internship review process.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology or a related qualification.
• An Honours Degree will be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Forms, Microsoft Teams and HR Information Systems will be beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Behavioural Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Ability to plan and coordinate multiple activities.
• Ownership and accountability for assigned tasks.
• Professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct.

Why Join Managed People Solutions?

Managed People Solutions offers graduates the opportunity to gain meaningful workplace experience while developing valuable Human Resources skills that are highly sought after across industries. This internship provides structured learning, practical exposure and professional mentorship, helping graduates confidently transition from academic study into the workplace.

If you are looking to launch your Human Resources career with a respected organisation that values learning and development, this internship is an excellent opportunity.

How to Apply

If you are a recent graduate who is ready to begin a rewarding career in Human Resources, submit your application for the HR Administrator Intern opportunity at Managed People Solutions in Brackenfell, Cape Town.

Apply here