HR Intern

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Job Overview

A well-established retirement village in Somerset West is looking for a motivated HR Intern to join their team. This internship offers a great opportunity for a recent HR graduate or student to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare and retirement environment. The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day HR administration, recruitment support, and employee engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with HR administration including employee files, contracts, and onboarding documentation

• Support the recruitment process (posting ads, screening CVs, scheduling interviews)

• Assist with new employee onboarding and orientation

• Maintain and update HR databases and employee records

• Help coordinate training and development programs

• Support HR reporting and compliance documentation

• Assist with staff engagement initiatives and events

• Provide general administrative support to the HR department

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field

• Recently graduated or currently completing HR qualification

• Strong administrative and organizational skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Preferred Attributes

• Passion for working in a healthcare or community environment

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Willingness to learn and grow within the HR field

What the Internship Offers

• Valuable hands-on HR experience

• Exposure to HR operations within a healthcare/retirement setting

• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals

• Opportunity to build practical skills in recruitment, HR administration, and employee relations