SGS is inviting qualifying South African youth to apply for its YES Programme 2026 / 2027 in Pretoria, Gauteng.
The opportunity is based within the Human Resources Department and provides practical workplace exposure in HR administration, payroll support, personnel records and related organisational functions.
Internship Details
- Programme: SGS YES Programme 2026 / 2027
- Department: Human Resources
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
- Closing Date: Not specified
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- Computer literacy
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook
Previous administrative experience will be advantageous but is not listed as a compulsory requirement.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Human Resources team and assist with various HR projects and initiatives.
Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting local and global HR projects and initiatives
- Capturing and maintaining HR-related data
- Assisting with HR audits
- Maintaining personnel files and HR records
- Updating electronic filing systems
- Providing general administrative support to the HR department
- Assisting with payroll-related updates on Payspace
- Supporting updates relating to new engagements, promotions, transfers and terminations
- Updating employee information, including banking details
- Assisting with contract renewals and HR documentation
- Supporting document control and electronic filing on HR SharePoint
Human Resources Exposure
The programme provides practical exposure to areas including:
- HR administration
- Payroll support
- Personnel records management
- HR audits
- Document control
- HR systems
- Employee data administration
- SharePoint filing
- Contract administration
Skills and Attributes
Applicants should be organised, detail-oriented and able to handle confidential information professionally.
The successful candidate will be expected to comply with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct while supporting the organisation’s quality and safety requirements.
How to Apply for the SGS YES Programme 2026 / 2027
Applications must be submitted online through the SGS recruitment portal.
Click here to apply for the SGS YES Programme 2026 / 2027
Application Closing Date
The supplied vacancy information does not specify an application closing date.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible while the opportunity remains available.
Important Information
The SGS YES Programme is based in Pretoria and is suitable for applicants who meet the Grade 12 and computer literacy requirements.
Previous administrative experience is advantageous but is not stated as a mandatory requirement.
Applicants should ensure that all information submitted through the online application is complete and accurate.