Human Resources Management Intern

18-Month Internship Programme (EY South Africa & FASSET) 

EY South Africa, in conjunction with FASSET, is recruiting interns for an 18-month internship programme that provides structured, practical workplace experience for TVET N6 graduates in the following disciplines:

• Human Resource Management

The programme supports the Work-Based Experience (WBE) component required for completion of the National N-Diploma. Interns will gain hands-on exposure in a professional environment, contribute to meaningful project work, and receive support through structured onboarding, coaching, mentoring, and monthly check-ins aligned to internship best practice.

Key Objectives

• Provide practical workplace experience aligned to each intern’s field of study.

• Develop technical and professional (soft) skills that support workplace readiness.
• Support interns in completing WBE requirements toward their National N-Diploma.
• Enable interns to contribute meaningfully to departmental projects and day-to-day operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Completed N6 qualification in Human Resource Management.

• Official letter from the TVET college confirming the requirement to complete 18 months of Work-Based Experience (WBE) to obtain the National N-Diploma.
• South African citizen, aged 18–35.
• Have not previously participated in an internship programme.
• Good academic standing, strong communication skills, and willingness to learn.

Core Competencies

• Professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic.

• Collaboration and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Effective time management and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
• Problem-solving ability, adaptability, and a growth mindset.
• Initiative and accountability for assigned tasks and deliverables.

Programme Support

• An assigned career mentor and buddy to support integration and development.

• Monthly check-ins with HR and programme coordinators to review progress and learning goals.
• Structured onboarding, induction, and access to required systems and resources.
• Opportunities to attend learning sessions, skills workshops, and team meetings.
• A monthly stipend for the duration of the programme (as applicable).