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Intern - Human Resources (Employee Support Center - Colombo)

CompanyJohn Keells Group
LocationColombo
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with the end-to-end recruitment process, including screening applications, scheduling interviews, and maintaining the CV database. They will also support pre and post-hiring documentation and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2159
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) is the largest conglomerate listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange. With a heritage of over 150 years, through innovation and strategic partnerships, the John Keells Group of companies have become leaders in many key industry verticals, and the Group is a driver and an integral part of the Sri Lankan economy.
About the Role

What you need to do

  • Screen candidate applications in line with the job specification
  • Schedule interviews, fill interview reports and conduct reference checks.
  • Maintain the CV database system end-to-end.
  • Assist with pre and post hiring activities, including employee documentation.
  • Learn the recruitment process and stay up to date with any changes.
  • Build proactive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders efficiently and effectively.
  • Participate in and support external recruitment campaigns and conduct
    follow-ups.

What you need

  • Completion of a Certificate level HRM Qualification/currently pursuing a Diploma or Equivalent Qualification in HRM.
  • Prior experience in a similar capacity is an added advantage.
  • A Friendly disposition towards dealing with people.
  • Working knowledge of MS Excel and Outlook is mandatory.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills in Sinhala and English
  • Willingness to travel for outstation recruitment assignments.
Key Skills
Human ResourcesRecruitmentCandidate ScreeningInterview SchedulingReference ChecksDatabase ManagementEmployee DocumentationStakeholder ManagementMS ExcelOutlookCommunicationPresentation SkillsSinhalaEnglish
Categories
Human ResourcesAdministrative