GBS Cubix – Payroll Internship 2026

GBS is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for a paid 12-month Payroll Internship with its Cubix division in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

The programme offers practical experience in payroll processing, employee-record administration, leave management, payroll queries and employee benefits administration.

Important: Applicants must be South African citizens aged between 18 and 35. They must not currently be employed or participating in another internship or learnership programme.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a 12-month workplace internship designed to help a qualifying graduate build practical payroll experience.

The Payroll Intern will support the accurate, timely and compliant processing of employee payroll information. The position works with the Human Resources and Finance teams to maintain employee records, resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee queries.

The official advert confirms that this is a paid internship. However, the payment amount is not published and should be confirmed directly with the employer if an applicant is shortlisted or offered the position.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Assist with monthly payroll-input processing.
• Help reconcile payroll information and identify discrepancies.
• Support the timely payment of employee salaries.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Manage or assist with employee leave records.
• Support the operation of the Employee Self-Service system.
• Respond professionally to employee payroll queries.
• Help resolve payroll-related discrepancies.
• Maintain the confidentiality of employee and payroll information.
• Assist with benefit-related queries involving medical aid, group life insurance and health insurance.
• Work with the Human Resources and Finance teams to maintain accurate payroll information.
• Follow applicable payroll, labour and tax requirements.

Minimum requirements

• Be a South African citizen.
• Be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Have a National Senior Certificate or Grade 12.
• Have completed a relevant diploma or degree.
• Have basic knowledge of payroll principles and administration.
• Have a basic understanding of South African labour and tax legislation.
• Have basic knowledge of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and SARS requirements.
• Have a clear criminal record.
• Have a clear ITC record.
• Not currently be employed.
• Not currently be participating in another internship or learnership programme.

Relevant fields of study

The official vacancy lists completed diplomas or degrees in the following fields:

• Human Resources Management.
• Accounting.
• Finance.
• Payroll Administration.
• Business Administration.
• Another closely related field.

Qualification wording: The original listing describes a relevant completed diploma or degree as “required or preferred,” which is unclear. Because the qualification appears under the minimum requirements, applicants should treat a completed relevant diploma or degree as required unless GBS confirms otherwise.

Knowledge that may support your application

• Basic payroll calculations and payroll cycles.
• Accurate capturing and checking of employee information.
• Leave-record administration.
• Confidential handling of personal information.
• Basic understanding of PAYE and SARS requirements.
• Basic understanding of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
• Professional communication when responding to employee queries.
• Attention to detail and the ability to identify discrepancies.
• Basic Microsoft Excel or spreadsheet skills.

Application questions

The official application form asks candidates to provide information about:

• South African citizenship.
• Age range.
• The qualification completed.
• Whether the qualification was obtained through a public or private institution.
• The high school attended.
• The year in which Matric was completed.
• Disability status, where applicable.

The vacancy is not advertised exclusively for applicants with disabilities. Candidates should answer all application questions truthfully and provide disability information only where applicable.

Documents to prepare

• An updated CV.
• A clear copy of your South African identity document, if requested.
• Your Grade 12 certificate or statement of results.
• Your relevant diploma or degree certificate.
• An academic transcript, if requested.
• Any additional supporting documents requested through the official application form.

Do not upload a bank statement, payslip or other sensitive financial document merely because the application portal provides that document category. Submit sensitive documents only when specifically required through the official recruitment process.

Application checklist

• Show your Grade 12 and tertiary qualifications clearly on your CV.
• Include the full name of your qualification and institution.
• Provide the correct qualification-completion date.
• Mention any payroll, finance, accounting or HR administration modules completed.
• Include relevant practical projects, vacation work or workplace experience.
• Check that your cellphone number and email address are correct.
• Make sure your documents are readable before uploading them.
• Answer the citizenship, age and employment-status questions honestly.
• Submit before the closing date.

Need assistance preparing your CV or application documents? Visit our Learnership Resources and Guides.

About GBS and Cubix

GBS is a South African business-solutions group offering services and career opportunities across several business areas. Cubix is identified as the GBS division recruiting for this Payroll Internship.

Visit the official GBS website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply as early as possible rather than waiting for 4 September 2026.
• Use a professional email address.
• Keep your CV focused on payroll, HR, finance and administration.
• Mention Excel, data-capturing and record-management skills where accurate.
• Check that you meet the age and unemployment requirements.
• Do not claim payroll knowledge or experience that you do not have.
• Keep copies of the documents and information submitted.

Common application mistakes

• Submitting a CV without qualification details.
• Providing incorrect education or completion dates.
• Uploading blurred, incomplete or password-protected documents.
• Applying while employed or participating in another internship or learnership.
• Failing to answer all screening questions.
• Waiting until the closing date to upload documents.

Scam warning

Apply only through the official Cubix or GBS recruitment platform. Do not pay anyone for an application, interview, assessment, training opportunity or employment placement.

Never share banking PINs, passwords or one-time PINs with anyone claiming that they can guarantee selection for the internship.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified using the official GBS and Cubix vacancy and application pages.

The official listing confirms the job title, Durban location, 12-month duration, paid internship status, education requirements, age requirement, unemployment requirement, responsibilities, posting date and closing date.

The listing does not state the payment amount, exact working hours, benefits, starting date or whether successful completion could lead to permanent employment.

Read more about our process on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Cubix application page below.
2. Confirm that the vacancy is for the Payroll Intern position in Durban.
3. Read the complete eligibility criteria.
4. Prepare an updated CV and relevant qualification documents.
5. Complete your personal and education information accurately.
6. Answer all screening questions honestly.
7. Upload the documents requested by the application system.
8. Review your cellphone number, email address and qualification details.
9. Submit the application before the closing date.

Application closing date

The official closing date is 4 September 2026.

The exact closing time is not stated. Applicants should submit by 3 September 2026 where possible to reduce the risk of technical or document-upload problems.

Application note: Only suitably qualified candidates will be considered. According to the official advert, applicants who have not received feedback within 14 working days should regard their applications as unsuccessful.