GRADUATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: HUMAN CAPITAL (HR ANALYTICS) | CIPC – PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA
JOB TITLE: Graduate Internship: Human Capital (HR Analytics)
COMPANY: Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)
LOCATION: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria, South Africa
DATE POSTED: 23 June 2025
REFERENCE NUMBER: InternHC-HRAnal.
CONTRACT TYPE: Internship (24 Months)
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 04 July 2025
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is a reputable government entity that plays a critical role in regulating companies and intellectual property in South Africa. As a member of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), CIPC is committed to promoting good governance, business compliance, and economic development.
In addition to its regulatory role, CIPC is also dedicated to empowering South Africa’s youth through structured skills development initiatives. The Graduate Internship Programme is designed to equip unemployed graduates with relevant, real-world work experience to enhance their employability and prepare them for future career opportunities. Through this HR Analytics Internship, CIPC is seeking bright, motivated individuals to join their Human Capital team.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Graduate Internship Programme for Human Capital (HR Analytics) offers recent graduates the opportunity to gain in-depth, hands-on experience in HR data analysis, reporting, and human resource decision-making processes within the public sector. The internship is based at CIPC’s Sunnyside Office in Pretoria and will run for a period of 24 months.
The successful candidates will assist in collecting, analysing, and interpreting HR-related data to support strategic workforce planning and organisational development. This internship provides valuable exposure to HR analytics, a rapidly growing area within the field of human resources that is essential for driving data-informed HR decisions.
WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP?
As defined by the South African Cabinet in December 2002, an internship is a structured work experience programme targeting unemployed graduates. It provides an opportunity for graduates to apply the knowledge gained during their studies in a professional environment while building critical skills for the world of work.
The CIPC Graduate Internship Programme is specifically targeted at:
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Unemployed South African graduates with the relevant academic qualifications
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Individuals who have not been exposed to any formal work experience
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Graduates who have never participated in an internship programme
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South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 years
Successful candidates will be expected to sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement and commit to the full duration of the internship.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management with HR Analytics as a major
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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 internship participation
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Strong interest in HR data analysis, workforce planning, and decision-making
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Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data reporting tools will be an added advantage
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Qualification and citizenship checks will be conducted on successful candidates
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Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
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Candidates must be available for selection 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 approved Employment Equity Plan
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further communication
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CIPC reserves the right not to fill the advertised position
REMUNERATION
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R12,000.00, offering financial assistance throughout the internship period.
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be submitted online via the official CIPC application portal:
Apply for Internship Opportunities at CIPC
For more information, visit the official CIPC website:
www.cipc.co.za
Please Note: Faxed, emailed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted. Should 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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