Job Description

HR Support Intern

Type:

Internship (Part-time: 3 days per week / 24 hours per week)

or

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Duration:

12 months

Stipend:

R5,000 (Part-time) / R8,300 (Full-time) -- Travel and lunch expenses covered

Overview

Altwork Global is seeking a motivated

HR Support Intern

to assist with human resources administration and coordination across our group of companies,

This internship offers both part-time and full-time options, making it ideal for individuals currently studying or recent graduates eager to gain practical HR experience in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will support recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, staff engagement, and compliance tasks while working closely with the HR Generalist and department managers.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

Draft and post job descriptions across multiple job portals. Support candidate shortlisting, interview scheduling, and correspondence. Assist in preparing offer letters, contracts, and reference checks. Coordinate onboarding logistics and maintain accurate employee records.

HR Administration

Maintain digital and physical personnel files. Compile and verify payroll data and attendance tracking. Support compliance with HR policies and South African labour regulations. Manage and update leave and absence records.

Employee Engagement & Development

Schedule and record performance reviews and training sessions. Assist in maintaining the company CPD register and learning schedules. Support team-building events and HR-led engagement initiatives.

General Support

Provide administrative assistance to the HR team and management. Prepare HR reports, documentation, and assist in internal audits. Contribute to ongoing process improvement projects.

Qualifications and Skills

Currently pursuing or recently completed a qualification in

Human Resource Management, Business Administration

, or a related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace tools. Discreet and professional in handling confidential information. Proactive, eager to learn, and passionate about people operations.

About Altwork Global

Altwork Global is a recruitment and people management company within the Kosmas Enterprises Group. We focus on sourcing, developing, and managing top talent across our portfolio of companies in property, education, and technology. Our internship programme provides structured mentorship and real-world experience to help individuals transition into meaningful careers.

Job Type: Part-time

Application Question(s):

Are you currently studying or have you completed a relevant Degree?
Education:

Bachelors (Preferred)
Work Location: In person