HR Intern in Western Cape, Western Cape at Oxford University Press

Job Title: HR Intern
Location: Western Cape, WC, ZA, 7459
Salary: market related
Division: Education
Department: OUP SA

Job Description:

Education

Learning changes lives – and we’re here to drive that change. We support people wherever and however they want to learn, so they can achieve their learning goals and uncover new possibilities.

Today, we reach more learners than ever, in more ways than ever. And we’re just getting started.

HR Intern (Fixed term role – 12 months)

About the Role

The HR Intern provides administrative support to the HR department while gaining practical experience in various HR functions. This role offers exposure to key HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, training coordination, and employee engagement initiatives.

The HR intern will report to the HR Business Partner. This post is based in Cape Town, at the Goodwood office.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with recruitment process, including posting job adverts, screening resumes, conducting telephonic interviews and scheduling interviews
• Support onboarding and induction programs for all new joiners and training initiatives
• Help maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives to improve workplace culture and employee engagement
• Provide administrative support to the HR team and contribute to team meetings

About You:

Essential Criteria:

• Completed Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Full competence with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Eagerness to learn and take on challenges
• Access to reliable transport

Closing date: 11 November 2026

Oxford University Press, an equal opportunity employer, seeks a talented individual to fill this post based at Goodwood, Cape Town. Oxford University Press will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan, which acknowledges the need for transformation.

We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.