Rheinmetall Denel Munition – Employee Assistant Program Intern

Applicants who want HR and employee wellness exposure in a structured industrial environment may find this a strong internship option. Rheinmetall Denel Munition is recruiting an Employee Assistant Program Intern in Somerset West, Cape Town, on a full-time internship basis.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is an HR support internship focused on employee wellness and the administration of HR-related events. The role is designed to support the coordination of wellness programmes, campaigns, reporting, service-provider liaison, and related administrative processes.

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll gain practical exposure to HR administration, employee wellness coordination, reporting, and event support in a corporate environment. The role combines day-to-day admin work with programme coordination and compliance-related support.

• Assist with the coordination and administration of employee wellness programmes and HR events
• Support wellness initiatives, campaigns, sport, and awareness events
• Assist with data capturing, reporting, and record-keeping
• Liaise with internal and external wellness service providers
• Book flights and accommodation
• Assist with loading purchase requisitions and following the payment process
• Work in line with applicable legislation, company policies, and ISO-related compliance requirements

Note: This is an internship and does not guarantee permanent employment unless the employer states otherwise.

Eligibility requirements

• NQF 5 in Human Resources or another relevant qualification
• Passion for events and employee engagement
• Full computer literacy across MS Office packages
• Basic understanding of health promotion principles
• Project coordination skills
• Ability to work on weekends and after hours
• Excellent communication skills and high professionalism
• Good planning, time management, and organisational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Valid driver’s licence with driving experience

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Matric certificate / statement of results
• Clear contact details (phone + email)
• Any supporting sales or customer service experience on your CV
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About the sponsor

Rheinmetall Denel Munition (Pty) Ltd (RDM) is a South African defence manufacturing business jointly owned by Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH (51%) of Germany and Denel (Pty) Ltd of South Africa. Source Link:Rheinmetall Website

Quick tips for applicants

• Highlight HR admin, event coordination, wellness support, or reporting experience on your CV
• Make your MS Office skills easy to spot
• If you have a driver’s licence and driving experience, include that clearly
• Mention any experience handling confidential or sensitive information

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without the required NQF 5 or relevant qualification
• Leaving out proof of driver’s licence
• Sending a CV that does not show admin, coordination, or HR-related exposure
• Ignoring the weekend/after-hours availability requirement

Scam warning (important)

Never pay a fee to apply. Only use the official Rheinmetall careers page and the official application button on the listing, and double-check the website domain before uploading personal documents.

How this opportunity was verified

Verified by us on 2 March 2026 by checking the official Rheinmetall vacancy page for Employee Assistant Program Intern. We confirmed the title, location, reference number, duties, requirements, and application route from the official listing.

How to apply

1. Open the official Rheinmetall vacancy page using the link below.
2. Click Apply.
3. Complete the online application and upload your documents.
4. Submit through the official recruitment platform.