Two-Year Internship Programme x6
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
The incumbent will be expected to learn and develop a sound understanding of the Human Resources value chain from employee entry to exit. S/he will develop Human Resources generalist competencies and progressively provide support to HR Site Administration in the administration of employment conditions and staff benefits.
The incumbent will be exposed to Human Resources consulting within the College/Division and the application of best practice in recruitment and selection, training and development, remuneration, change management, transformation and employment equity, organisational development, talent and performance management, employee relations, disciplinary processes, employee wellness, and general Human Resources administration.
The incumbent will report to the respective Manager: Human Resources.
These internship opportunities are available in the Human Resources Division, allocated as below:
* College of Agriculture, Engineering & Science (CAES) – Pietermaritzburg Campus
* College of Health Sciences – Howard College Campus
* College of Humanities – Howard College Campus
* College of Law and Management Studies – Westville Campus
* Professional Services: Human Resources – Westville Campus
Minimum requirements
- Matric
- Three (3) year relevant degree: i.e. Human Resources or Industrial Psychology
- (Honours Degree: i.e. Human Resources or Industrial Psychology for CAES and Professional Services: HR)
- Knowledge and understanding of Human Resources Theories and best practices
- Must be South African under the age of 35 years
The closing date for receipt of applications is 17 August 2026.
To apply please click on the link https://ukzn.ci.hr/applicant/index.php OR visit the career portal on https://ukzn.ac.za/
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The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
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