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People HR Internship

Companytakealot.com
LocationJohannesburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide administrative and operational support to the HR Ops team, including filing, document preparation, and onboarding management. They will also assist with HR systems administration, payroll tasks, and employee queries.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
7643
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Takealot is South Africa’s #1 shopping app, on a mission to change lives for the better through e-commerce. Since 2011, we’ve delivered happiness to millions of South Africans through our commitment to exceptional service, unbeatable range, and trusted delivery. With millions of products and a delivery network that reaches every corner of South Africa, we’re not just delivering packages, we’re delivering possibilities. From supporting over 12,000 small businesses through our marketplace to creating thousands of jobs through our ecosystem, we truly believe that e-commerce is a force for good. Because when South Africa wins, we all win. And that’s happy, delivered. Need help or have a question? Reach out to us via our Help Center for assistance https://www.takealot.com/help-centre
About the Role

Takealot Group, the largest and most customer-centric online shopping destination in Africa, is looking for a highly talented People/HR Intern  to join our team. The Internship Programme will be split between all businesses within the Group, namely: takealot.com, TFS, and Mr D.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us! 

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

  • Scale: Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online. Show them what you can do.
  • Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some. Work alongside industry leaders and upskill yourself in record time.
  • Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, TFS and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance. 

Purpose of role

To support the HR Ops team by providing administrative and operational assistance in the day to day of the HR ops team in Takealot Group. The People/HRl Intern will gain exposure to hr operations, functions and systems while assisting with day-to-day People/HR activities.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

Matric/Grade 12 certificateCompleted N6 in HR or any other similar qualification

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Strong data capturing and administration skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Knowledge of the applicable legislation, such as BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA, etc.
  • Understanding of principles and procedures for HR related functions, such as recruitment, training, benefits, labour relations, etc.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • Good organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information

Personal Competencies:

  • High level of integrity and confidentiality
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Team player with a positive attitude
  • Willingness to learn and grow
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Proactive and self-motivated

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Filing
  • Scanning documents
  • HR Administration (assistance with preparation of HR documents, labour broker change forms)
  • Management of the onboarding process
  • Supporting the HR and business with employee queries
  • HR Systems Administration (Axio, Intranet, The hub, Greenhouse)
  • Payroll Administration (UI-19, Confirmation of employment, IRP5 etc)
  • HR Communication (new starter emails)
  • Assisting with CCMA case
  • Assistance with HR Projects 


This is a contract position

This is a contract position as part of the Internship Programme.

High Level: 

At the Takealot Group, our Internship Programme will help you build both technical and soft-skills to launch your career, learning from the best in the business. The Internship Programme will prepare you for a career in a large-scale and fast-paced environment.

Every selected Intern gains unique insights into the e-commerce environment with vast amounts of practical experience from daily exposure to a broad range of skills. The program consists of various technical and soft skill courses where you will receive training on a variety of areas.

You’ll be working with some of the strongest professionals South Africa has to offer who bring experience from a multitude of great industries.

 

How To Sell This Job

The Environment:

  • takealot.com employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer-centric, fun and have the shared ambition of takealot.com being the leading e-commerce company in Africa.
  • We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve.
  • We are short on ego and high on output.
  • We are doers and not only thinkers, it’s all in the execution after all.
  • We love what we do and what we are creating.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

  • The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
  • No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
  • Mentorship Program: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
  • Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more.
  • Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
  • Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere. 
  • Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see? 

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

 

 
Key Skills
HR administrationData capturingMicrosoft OfficeExcelWordOutlookAttention to detailTime managementOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsPayroll administrationOnboardingAnalytical skillsConfidentialityProblem-solvingProactive
Categories
Human ResourcesAdministrativeRetail
Benefits
Mentorship programOnline learning accessSocial eventsConfidential counsellingLegal supportFinancial guidanceFree parking