GRADUATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: HUMAN CAPITAL (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS) | CIPC – PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA
JOB TITLE: Graduate Internship: Human Capital (Employee Relations)
COMPANY: Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)
LOCATION: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria, South Africa
DATE POSTED: 23 June 2025
REFERENCE NUMBER: InternHC-ER
CONTRACT TYPE: Internship (24 Months)
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 04 July 2025
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is a vital public entity operating under the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic). As the regulatory authority for companies and intellectual property in South Africa, CIPC plays a central role in ensuring good corporate governance, compliance, and the effective administration of business regulations. The organisation is committed to youth development through structured internship programmes that create pathways for graduates to gain practical work experience.
This opportunity is part of CIPC’s broader goal to promote access to employment for South African graduates while contributing to the skills pipeline in the area of human capital and employee relations. By joining CIPC, you will not only gain valuable workplace experience but also play a role in supporting South Africa’s regulatory environment.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Graduate Internship Programme for Human Capital (Employee Relations) offers unemployed graduates the chance to gain practical experience in employee relations, labour law, and human resources management within the public sector. The internship is based at CIPC’s Sunnyside Office in Pretoria and runs for a period of 24 months.
Successful candidates will be involved in supporting various employee relations activities, including assisting with grievance procedures, disciplinary processes, policy implementation, and providing general HR support. The internship will equip graduates with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in employee relations or human resources.
WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP?
An internship is a structured workplace programme designed to give graduates exposure to a professional environment and an opportunity to apply the knowledge gained during their studies. As defined by Cabinet in 2002, this initiative targets unemployed graduates, giving them the chance to acquire practical skills that will enhance their future employability.
The CIPC Graduate Internship Programme targets:
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Unemployed South African graduates who have completed relevant Labour Relations or Law qualifications
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Graduates without prior formal work experience
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Graduates who have never participated in any internship programme
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Applicants aged between 18 and 35 years
Selected candidates will be required to sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement and commit to completing the full internship period.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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Qualifications: National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Labour Relations, Law, or Labour Law
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South African citizenship
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Aged between 18 and 35 years
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No previous formal work experience or participation in an internship programme
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Interest in employee relations, labour law, and human resources management
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Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Qualification and citizenship verification checks will be conducted
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Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
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Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews on dates determined by CIPC
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CIPC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to enhancing representativity in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan
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Only shortlisted candidates will receive feedback
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CIPC reserves the right not to fill the advertised position
REMUNERATION
Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of R12,000.00, providing financial support throughout the duration of the internship.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates must submit applications online via the following link:
Apply for Internship Opportunities at CIPC
For further details, visit the official CIPC website:
www.cipc.co.za
Please Note: Applications submitted via fax, email, post, or hand delivery will not be considered. If you experience any technical difficulties during the application process, please contact the CIPC Recruitment Office at:
087 743 7074 / 7075 / 7076 or 087 260 1554
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