Position Title:  HR Executive Intern

At Philip Morris International, we’re transforming the future of our business and looking for ambitious, curious, and driven young professionals to join us as People & Culture Interns.

This is not the kind of internship where you spend your year observing from the sidelines.

From day one, you’ll gain meaningful exposure to the world of Human Resources and People & Culture, work on real business projects, collaborate with experienced teams, and contribute to a business that moves fast, thinks differently.

If you’re passionate about people, culture, employee experience, and building your career in a high-performance environment, this opportunity is for you.

The People & Culture Intern forms part of PMI South Africa’s Early Careers / Internship Programme, designed to provide meaningful, hands-on exposure across multiple HR disciplines within a dynamic multinational FMCG environment.

This role offers broad exposure across administrative support, employee experience, coordination, HR operations, and stakeholder engagement while enabling you to build foundational commercial, organisational, and communication capabilities.

Programme Details

Position: People & Culture Intern
Duration: 12-Month Internship Programme
Location:  Cape Town or Boksburg(JHB)

Start Date: Immediate
Eligibility: Open to South African citizens only
Stipend: Monthly stipend offered
Relocation: Relocation support is not offered for this opportunity

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to multiple areas within Human Resources and People & Culture
• Hands-on experience supporting day-to-day HR and administrative operations
• Development of foundational skills in coordination, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and communication
• Exposure to HR systems, governance, compliance, and ways of working within a multinational organisation
• Opportunities to strengthen organisational, planning, and multitasking capabilities
• A hybrid working model (3 days in-office and 2 days work-from-home)
• Exposure to a globally recognised Top Employer organisation
• The opportunity to build your professional network and accelerate your career growth

What You’ll Be Doing

Throughout the programme, you’ll gain practical exposure across multiple areas within the People & Culture environment, including:

Administrative, Project & Coordination Support

• Support day-to-day coordination activities across the People & Culture function
• Partner with HR Business Partners, the HR Director, and Centres of Excellence teams on ad hoc projects and business initiatives
• Coordinate People & Culture events, workshops, engagement initiatives, and team activities
• Prepare presentations, reports, and internal documentation
• Support onboarding and induction activities for new joiners
• Contribute to HR-related projects and cross-functional initiatives that support business and people priorities

HR Operations & Employee Support

• Support HR operational processes and employee-related activities
• Assist with employee communication and coordination initiatives
• Support the preparation and tracking of HR documentation and records
• Provide coordination support for employee engagement and wellness initiatives
• Assist with maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information professionally

Reporting, Vendor & Operational Support

• Support basic reporting, tracker updates, and data consolidation activities
• Assist with monitoring timelines, actions, and follow-ups across HR projects
• Support invoice processing activities related to third-party workers and vendors
• Engage with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding operational coordination and follow-ups
• Contribute to process coordination and workflow tracking
• Support internal stakeholder engagement and communication activities

Events & Team Support

• Assist with coordination of internal events, workshops, and People & Culture initiatives
• Support meeting preparation, venue coordination, and logistical arrangements
• Engage with internal stakeholders and external service providers in a professional and learning-focused capacity

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Bring energy, curiosity, and a growth mindset
• Have a strong interest in Human Resources, employee experience, and organisational culture
• Are adaptable and comfortable in a constantly evolving environment
• Take initiative and enjoy solving problems
• Want to learn quickly and make a meaningful impact
• Work well with people and communicate confidently
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail
• Enjoy organisation, coordination, and working in a collaborative environment
• Ability to multitask

Minimum Requirements

• Completed National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or  Industrial Psychology
• Maximum of 2 years working experience
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Must be available to start immediately
• Ability to commit to a full-time 12-month internship programme

Advantageous

• Honours or Master’s Degree
• Previous internship, administrative, coordination, customer service, or HR-related exposure
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Skills & Behavioural Capabilities

• Strong learning agility and curiosity
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking ability
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Basic analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Proactive approach to learning and contributing

Why Join PMI?

At Philip Morris International, you’ll join a business undergoing one of the most exciting transformations in the industry. Your ideas will matter, your development will be taken seriously, and your career journey will begin with meaningful exposure from day one.

This is an opportunity to learn fast, grow professionally, and build your future in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and forward thinking.

If you’re ready to challenge yourself and kick-start your career in an environment that never stands still, we’d love to hear from you.

PMI welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, religion or belief, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

We encourage applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups. Employment Equity principles and applicable legislation will be considered throughout the recruitment and selection process as part of our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the exchange of ideas.

Applications close on 15 June 2026.