Shoprite is offering HR Youth Graduate Programme a People Internship Programme in Randburg, Gauteng, aimed at emerging Human Resources professionals who want to gain practical experience in a retail environment.
This fixed-term HR internship provides exposure to key Human Resources functions, including employee administration, onboarding, employee relations, workforce planning, training and development, HR reporting and employee engagement.
The programme also provides mentorship and an opportunity to develop practical skills needed to build a career in Human Resources and People Management.
📍 HR Youth Graduate Programme Internship Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | HR Youth Graduate Programme / People Intern |
| Company | Shoprite |
| Job Type | Internship |
| Job Category | Human Resources |
| Location | Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Programme | People Internship Programme |
| Experience | Little to no HR administrative experience |
| Education | Diploma in Human Resources or equivalent |
| School Qualification | Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate |
| Salary/Stipend | Not specified |
💼 About the HR Youth Graduate Programme Internship
The Shoprite People Internship Programme is designed for aspiring HR professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic retail environment.
Interns will gain exposure to areas such as talent management, employee relations, workforce planning, HR administration and employee engagement.
The programme also supports professional development through mentorship and practical workplace experience.
📝 What You’ll Do
As an HR Intern, your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting onboarding and induction programmes for new employees.
- Maintaining and updating employee records and HR information systems.
- Providing administrative support across HR functions.
- Assisting with HR documentation and compliance processes.
- Communicating HR policies and procedures to employees.
- Supporting employee engagement and wellness initiatives.
- Assisting with diversity and inclusion activities.
- Coordinating training and development activities.
- Compiling and analysing HR reports and workforce data.
- Supporting compliance with company policies and employment legislation.
- Assisting with performance management processes.
- Responding to employee enquiries while maintaining confidentiality.
- Escalating complex HR matters to the relevant HR specialists.
🎓 Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Diploma in Human Resources or an equivalent qualification – highly essential.
- Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate – essential.
- Little to no experience in an administrative role with exposure to Human Resources – essential.
- Knowledge of labour legislation, including POPIA compliance.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
- High level of accuracy when handling data and documentation.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to collaborate with different departments and stakeholders.
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This HR Graduate Programme provides an opportunity for candidates to gain practical workplace experience while developing important Human Resources skills.
Interns can gain exposure to HR systems, employee engagement, labour legislation, workforce data, recruitment administration, employee relations and performance management.
The experience can help graduates build a foundation for a future career in Human Resources, People Management and HR administration.