Human Capital YES Graduate Internship at Adcock Ingram

Adcock Ingram invites applications from ambitious and dynamic South African graduates to join their corporate team through the Youth Employment Service (Y.E.S) initiative in Aeroton. This human capital internship programme provides young talent with an immersive corporate launchpad inside one of South Africa's leading pharmaceutical manufacturing and healthcare corporations. As a human capital intern, you will step into an active People and Culture environment, contributing directly to daily HR operations and supporting talent management pipelines.

Throughout this structured twelve-month placement, successful participants gain comprehensive industry exposure, working alongside experienced HR business partners and operational leaders. The primary objective is to tackle youth unemployment by bridging academic knowledge with practical corporate competencies. Interns develop well-rounded administration capabilities while supporting core human resources workflows across a diverse manufacturing and commercial workforce.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Support end-to-end recruitment administration by preparing interview schedules, coordinating applicant files, and managing candidate correspondence.
• Assist human capital consultants with onboarding documentation, induction packs, and personal file maintenance in compliance with POPIA guidelines.
• Capture and maintain accurate employee records and training data on internal human resource information systems.
• Help draft HR notices, workplace communications, and employee relations documentation under direct supervision.
• Coordinate administrative logistics for employee wellness initiatives, internal training sessions, and corporate engagement projects.
• Liaise with various internal departments to verify employee queries and provide routine administrative assistance.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

The ideal candidate is an articulate, organized, and proactive graduate passionate about people management and modern HR operations. Demonstrating exceptional ethical integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential employee data is essential. Candidates must display active listening skills, strong verbal and written communication abilities, and a collaborative team mindset suited for a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Participants in the Y.E.S initiative receive deliberate coaching from seasoned human capital specialists. Through structured workplace deliverables and performance check-ins, candidates acquire transferable corporate skills ranging from HR compliance and reporting to talent acquisition best practices, positioning them favorably for permanent enterprise roles.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a corporate IT graduate / administrative intern role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R7,000 – R11,000 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Interested qualifying candidates must submit their application directly through the official Adcock Ingram recruitment portal before the specified closing deadline of 11 November 2026. Ensure your resume and certified academic credentials are uploaded accurately. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 30 days of the closing date.

• Matric / Grade 12 Certificate.
• Relevant Tertiary Qualification (National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology preferred).
• South African youth aged between 18 and 35 years.
• Currently unemployed with limited or no prior formal work experience.
• Compliant with the definition of 'Black People' under the B-BBEE Act.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).