Learning and Development Intern
Posted 9 Sep 2026
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Contract
- Contract
Compensation
No salary listed for this role.
Role speciality
Human Resources AdministrationLearning and Development
Useful technologies
AxioCourseraExcelGreenhouseMicrosoft OfficeOutlookSlackUdacityWord
Required qualifications
Field of studyHuman Resource Management
Study levelDiploma
Takealot.com, South Africa's leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Learning and Development intern to join our team in Cape Town Central Office
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!
Qualifications & Experience
- N6 in Human Resources Management (completed)
- No prior work experience required — this is an entry-level internship
Skills Required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong data capturing and administration skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Knowledge of applicable SA labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA)
- Understanding of confidentiality requirements and POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)
- Understanding of HR functions: recruitment, training, benefits, labour relations
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Understanding of Learning & Development processes (training coordination, skills development planning, tracking of learning interventions)
- Knowledge of Skills Development Act and Skills Development Levies Act (SDA/SDLA), and basic understanding of SETA/WSP-ATR submission processes
- Ability to coordinate and schedule training sessions and maintain training records/registers
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or willingness to learn one
Attributes Required
- Collaborative
- Creative energy
- Hands on
- Have an opinion and voice it
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Enthusiasm for learning and people development
- Comfortable presenting to or facilitating small groups
Key Responsibilities
- Filing
- Scanning documents
- HR administration
- Management of the onboarding process
- Supporting the HR team and business with employee queries
- HR systems administration (Axio, Intranet, The Hub, Greenhouse)
- Payroll administration (UI-19, confirmation of employment, IRP5, etc.)