Old Mutual invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Human Capital Internship Programme 2026 in Pretoria.
Internship Application Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 23:59
Internship Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Old Mutual Human Capital Internship 2026
Old Mutual is recruiting a Human Capital Intern to join its Mass Foundation Cluster in Pretoria.
The internship is offered on a:
6-month fixed-term contract
The successful candidate will support the Human Capital team with a range of generalist Human Resources responsibilities and administrative processes.
Internship Overview
Organisation: Old Mutual
Position: Human Capital Intern
Job Requisition ID: JR-82624
Employment Type: Full-time internship
Contract: 6-month fixed-term contract
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Qualification: Human Resources or Industrial Psychology Degree
Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 23:59
Application Method: Online
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A Human Resources Degree; or
- An Industrial Psychology Degree.
A Bachelor’s Degree is listed as required.
Additional Requirements
Candidates should also have:
- Basic understanding of Human Resources principles.
- Basic understanding of labour laws.
- Knowledge of people-management practices.
- Availability to complete the full internship period.
- Own transport or a reliable means of commuting.
The following are advantageous but not compulsory:
- Relevant HR certifications.
- Relevant HR short courses.
- Experience using HR software or systems.
- Familiarity with onboarding processes.
- Familiarity with employee relations.
Key Responsibilities
The Human Capital Intern will assist with general Human Resources responsibilities, including:
- Providing HR administrative support.
- Following standardised HR processes.
- Responding to administrative requirements within agreed service-level parameters.
- Assisting with analysis of HR data.
- Supporting recommendations for HR interventions.
- Assisting with initiatives aimed at improving people performance.
- Supporting HR Consultants.
- Supporting HR Business Partners.
- Assisting with organisational development initiatives.
- Supporting organisational effectiveness activities.
- Supporting employee engagement initiatives.
- Assisting with change initiatives.
- Supporting implementation of people-plan initiatives.
- Assisting with HR processes within assigned client areas.
- Supporting delivery of the HR calendar.
- Adhering to HR controls and protocols.
HR Data and People Support
The successful candidate may assist with analysing Human Resources information and supporting recommendations intended to improve employee and organisational performance.
The role also provides exposure to HR activities involving:
- Employee engagement.
- Organisational development.
- Organisational effectiveness.
- Change management.
- People planning.
- Employee relations.
- Onboarding.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Good organisational ability.
- Good time-management skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Accuracy.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Computer Skills
Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including:
- Microsoft Word.
- Microsoft Excel.
- Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Microsoft Outlook.
Behavioural Attributes
Old Mutual is looking for candidates who are:
- Proactive.
- Eager to learn.
- Team players.
- Adaptable.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Willing to take initiative.
- Able to solve problems.
Core Competencies
The role includes competencies such as:
- Collaborates.
- Communicates Effectively.
- Customer Focus.
- Ensures Accountability.
- Manages Complexity.
- Optimizes Work Processes.
- Organizational Savvy.
- Plans and Aligns.
Internship Duration
The internship is offered as a:
6-month fixed-term contract
Applicants must be available to commit to the full duration of the programme.
Salary or Stipend
The supplied vacancy information does not specify the salary or internship stipend.
Applicants should refer to the final employment offer for remuneration details.
How to Apply for Old Mutual Human Capital Internship 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the Old Mutual careers portal.
Click here to apply for Old Mutual Human Capital Internship 2026
Applicants should use the following job requisition number when identifying the position:
JR-82624
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
21 August 2026 at 23:59
Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline.
Important Application Notes
Applicants should note that:
- The internship is based in Pretoria.
- The position is full-time.
- The contract runs for six months.
- A Human Resources or Industrial Psychology Degree is required.
- Relevant HR certifications are advantageous but not compulsory.
- Knowledge of HR principles and labour laws is expected.
- Microsoft Office proficiency is required.
- Candidates should have reliable transport or commuting arrangements.
- The stipend or salary amount is not stated in the supplied vacancy information.
- Applications close on 21 August 2026 at 23:59.