Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career in human resources? The NACOSA HR Internships 2026 offer a great chance for South African unemployed youth to gain real-world experience in a leading NGO. This program focuses on health and social development, and it’s based in Century City, Cape Town.
NACOSA runs national programs to support health and social issues. Their HR internship gives you hands-on work in a busy team. You will learn about recruitment, employee support, and following labor laws. The position is listed as HR Intern with reference number SEFHRINTERN – APRIL 2026. It’s a one-year contract with just one spot open.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will help the HR team every day. Here are the main tasks:
- Give administrative support, like updating employee records for contracts, leave, and training.
- Assist in recruitment by posting job ads, screening resumes, and sitting in on interviews.
- Help new hires get onboarded smoothly.
- Manage data entry, filing, and documents.
- Check timesheets for payroll preparation.
- Support training events and staff wellness programs.
- Make sure all work follows HR policies and laws like BCEA, EEA, and OHSA.
- Aid in employee relations and any disciplinary matters.
These duties build practical skills you can use in future HR jobs.
Minimum Requirements
To apply, you need to meet these basics:
- Grade 12 certificate.
- N6 Diploma or similar from a TVET college.
- Basic knowledge of labor laws.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Good communication in writing and speaking.
It helps if you have experience with finance or payroll software. You also need personal skills like keeping information private, staying organized, paying attention to details, multitasking, working in a team or alone, and being ready to learn.
Who Cannot Apply
Some people are not eligible:
- Those getting SASSA grants, except child support.
- People on NSFAS funding.
- Current students.
NACOSA welcomes applications from designated groups and people with disabilities to promote equal opportunities.
How to Apply
The closing date is not set yet, so check soon. Apply online through the official link. Prepare your documents and make sure you qualify before submitting.
Why Join NACOSA
This internship provides real HR experience in an NGO setting. You will see how compliance and operations work up close. It sets you up for a strong career in human resources. The team offers a supportive space to grow while making an impact.
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