Mintek invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Human Resource Internship vacancies. The closing date for applications is 19 November 2025.
What the Internship Looks Like
If you just finished a degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a similar field, this internship lets you step into the real world of HR inside one of South Africa’s leading science and technology research organisations. You’ll learn how HR works in a fast‑moving, research‑heavy environment while building skills that will help you stand out when you start your career.
Why Join?
- Hands‑on experience with hiring, training, and employee support
- Direct mentorship from experienced HR Business Partners (HRBPs)
- Exposure to a wide range of HR tasks – from paperwork to employee care
- A chance to improve your own people‑management skills in a real office setting
Your Day‑to‑Day Tasks
1. Hiring and Staffing
- Run the full hiring process for entry‑level roles.
- Collect and check job applications to make sure all information is complete.
- Help screen candidates, run tests, and assess their fit before interviews.
- Verify that applicants can legally work in South Africa.
- Support HRBPs in setting up interview panels and scheduling.
- Record interview notes and share detailed feedback.
- Prepare and send out contracts and onboarding forms.
- Coordinate occupational health checks before new hires start.
2. Training & Skill Development
- Build the training calendar for the company.
- Handle payments and registrations for training sessions.
- Track who attends and follow up on training requirements.
- Distribute training materials and prepare attendance sheets.
- Maintain accurate records of training data.
- Set up learning venues and help the Skills Development Officer compile reports for SETA, BEE, EE, and WSP/ATR.
3. Managing Bursaries
- Assist with running the bursary program.
- Ensure universities receive bursary payments on time.
4. HR Support for Employees
- Provide general HR help and advice whenever staff ask questions.
- Always act in line with Mintek’s values and vision.
What You Need
- A university honours (NQF Level 8) in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a closely related subject.
- A master’s degree in the same field is a plus.
- Strong focus on improving HR processes.
- Good at getting people on board with HR projects.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and attention‑to‑detail skills.
Salary
- R186,180.00 per year
Apply Now
Ready to start? Click the link below to submit your application for the Mintek Human Resource Internship Programme.
Apply for the Mintek Human Resource Internship Programme Here
Extra Resources
If you’re interested in bursaries that can help fund your training or studies, check out the SETA Bursaries you can still apply for this year for more details.
