Momentum – HC Administrator Intern

Human Capital administration experience can be a valuable starting point for applicants who want to understand recruitment, onboarding, employee documentation and internal people processes. Metropolitan Life, part of Momentum Group, is inviting unemployed applicants to apply for its HC Administrator Intern opportunity in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

The HC Administrator Intern opportunity is designed to give an unemployed applicant practical exposure to Human Capital administration in a financial services environment. The role focuses on supporting the HC team with recruitment administration, candidate communication, onboarding support, employee documentation and accurate data capturing.

The official listing states that the purpose of the role is to execute various administrative processes and support the HC team in delivering a consistent HC administration service that helps the business achieve its strategic objectives.

Fields of study considered

Momentum Group is looking for applicants with a qualification linked to Human Resources or a related field.

• Human Resources.
• Human Resource Management.
• Industrial Psychology.
• People Management.
• Business Administration with a Human Capital / HR focus.
• Other related fields accepted by the employer.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit unemployed applicants who want to build practical experience in HR administration, recruitment support, onboarding coordination and employee documentation.

• Unemployed applicants with Matric / Grade 12 or NQF Level 4.
• Applicants with a Diploma, NQF Level 5 qualification or Degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• People with 0 – 2 years of HR administration experience.
• Applicants who are interested in recruitment, employee documentation and HR systems.
• Candidates who can communicate professionally with candidates, employees and internal stakeholders.
• Applicants who are organised, accurate and comfortable working with confidential information.
• People with an interest in financial services and people operations.
• People with disabilities are encouraged to apply, in line with the employer’s employment equity note.

What you’ll do / learn

The internship gives successful applicants practical exposure to recruitment administration, candidate management, onboarding support, HR documentation and stakeholder communication.

• Prepare job advertisements and post them on relevant platforms.
• Review and screen CVs received from job advertisements.
• Support the HR team with shortlisting candidates according to selection criteria.
• Conduct telephonic interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Conduct probity and background checks on shortlisted candidates.
• Book and coordinate logistics for recruitment and assessment processes.
• Support onboarding and integration programmes for new employees.
• Act as a contact point for candidates during the attraction, interview and offer stages.
• Capture and maintain employee and position management data on relevant systems.
• Compile employee documentation and submit HR documents accurately and on time.
• Build relationships with clients, internal stakeholders and external stakeholders.
• Contribute ideas that support service improvement, innovation and better client service.

Note: This is a temporary HC Administrator Intern opportunity. The official listing does not state that permanent employment is guaranteed after completion.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements

• Must have achieved a National Senior Certificate / National Certificate, Matric / Grade 12 or NQF Level 4.
• Must have a Diploma at NQF Level 5 or equivalent, or a Degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Must be unemployed.
• Must have 0 – 2 years of HR administration experience.
• Must be available to work in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
• Must be able to support administrative processes within a Human Capital team.
• Must be comfortable working with candidate information, employee documents and HR-related records.

Abilities and competencies required

• Business acumen.
• Client and stakeholder commitment.
• Drive for results.
• Ability to support change and innovation.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Impact and influence.
• Collaboration.
• Self-awareness and insight.
• Diversity and inclusiveness.
• Interest in growing talent and supporting people development.

What Human Capital administration really involves

Human Capital administration is the practical support work that helps recruitment, onboarding and employee record processes run smoothly. In this role, that may include preparing job adverts, screening CVs, coordinating interviews, tracking checks, communicating with candidates, maintaining HR data and supporting employee documentation.

For this application, your CV should clearly show your HR-related qualification, unemployment status, any HR administration exposure, recruitment support experience, data capturing experience, communication skills and ability to work with confidential information. If you completed projects or assignments linked to recruitment, labour relations, HR systems, employee records or organisational psychology, include them briefly on your CV.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, if requested.
• Matric / Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 certificate, if requested.
• Diploma, NQF Level 5 qualification, Degree or equivalent HR-related qualification, if requested.
• Academic transcript or latest results, if requested.
• Any certificates or short courses linked to HR, recruitment, administration, Microsoft Office, data capturing or labour relations.
• Clear contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Make sure your CV clearly shows any HR administration, recruitment, onboarding, records management or office administration experience.

Important: The official listing includes a disclaimer reminding applicants to verify the legitimacy of the job advert on the company career page.

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About the sponsor

Metropolitan Life is part of Momentum Group, a South African financial services group operating in life insurance and integrated financial services. Metropolitan provides financial solutions such as insurance, savings and related financial advice products, while Momentum Group’s client-facing and specialist brands include Momentum, Metropolitan, Guardrisk and Eris Properties. More information is available on the official Momentum Group website and the Metropolitan About Us page.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply before the closing date because internship opportunities can be competitive.
• Make your HR qualification easy to find on your CV.
• Clearly state that you are unemployed if this applies to you.
• Highlight any experience where you worked with documents, databases, CV screening, interviews, administration or confidential records.
• If you have completed HR-related assignments or projects, mention them briefly under education or projects.
• Use your CV profile section to show interest in recruitment, onboarding, employee records and people administration.
• Use a professional email address and make sure your cellphone number is correct.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show an HR or related qualification.
• Not listing Matric / Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 under education.
• Not making unemployment status clear where required.
• Using a generic CV that does not mention HR administration, recruitment, onboarding or employee documentation.
• Leaving out experience with data capturing, records management or stakeholder communication.
• Not checking that the Durban location is suitable before applying.
• Using an email address you do not check regularly.
• Waiting until the final day to submit the application.

Scam warning

Applicants should only apply through the official Momentum Group eRecruit application page. Do not pay anyone for an internship, interview, background check, training, placement or document submission. If someone contacts you through WhatsApp, Facebook or another platform asking for money, treat it as suspicious and verify the vacancy through the official Momentum Group careers platform.

How this opportunity was verified

This post was prepared using the official Momentum Group eRecruit vacancy page for the HC Administrator Intern – Durban opportunity. The listing confirms the reference number, job title, temporary position type, Metropolitan Life cluster, operations role family, Durban location, KwaZulu-Natal province, closing date, role purpose, requirements, duties, responsibilities, competencies and employment equity note.

The closing date was listed as 09 June 2026 at the time of verification. Applicants should apply before the deadline and check the official Momentum Group eRecruit page for updates.

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How to apply

1. Open the official Momentum Group eRecruit application link below.
2. Read the full HC Administrator Intern – Durban listing carefully.
3. Confirm that you meet the Matric / NQF Level 4 and HR-related qualification requirements.
4. Prepare your updated CV and any supporting documents requested by the application form.
5. Make sure your CV clearly shows your HR qualification, unemployment status and any HR administration experience.
6. Complete the online application through the official Momentum Group eRecruit page.
7. Submit your application before the closing date.
8. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation email you receive.

Application Closing Date: 09 June 2026

Applicants are encouraged to apply early and verify the vacancy on the official company career page before submitting.