Human Resources - Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partner Off-Cycle Internship (Jul - Dec 26)

Job Title

Human Resources Intern/Trainee

Company Overview

PwC is a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 370,000 people in 149 countries. We help clients build trust and turn complexity into competitive advantage across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting. Our Firmwide Corporate Services provide first-class support internally, including Administration, Business Development, Compliance, Finance, Human Resources, Learning and Development, Legal, Marketing and Communications, Operations and Change Management, and Technology.

Role Summary

Our Human Resources team is responsible for attracting talent to the firm as well as formulating and implementing strategies and maintaining programmes for developing, retaining, and attracting people. This internship/trainee role supports HR activities across the business unit, including HR business partner support and talent acquisition coordination.

Responsibilities

HR Business Partner Support

• Support the HR Business Partner Lead on people-related matters for the business unit, including compensation and benefits, recruitment, performance management, and staff administration.
• Handle queries related to HR policies and processes.
• Support annual exercises such as staff planning/cost budgeting and performance management (annual increments and variable bonus recommendations).
• Assist with implementing HR initiatives to support business growth, e.g., Employee Engagement programmes and Town Halls.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding programmes and activities.
• Provide administrative support for HR functions, including maintenance and updating of accurate records on HRIS (Workday).
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team on mass graduate recruitment activities.
• Perform other HR administrative duties as assigned.

Talent Acquisition Coordination

• Support end-to-end recruitment assignments, including interview coordination.
• Recommend appropriate sourcing and search strategies, conduct proactive talent pooling, and provide data-driven insights on the recruitment landscape.
• Influence hiring managers and stakeholders to drive the diversity agenda.
• Demonstrate the ability to work through change within a complex organizational structure.
• Be commercially and analytically focused on understanding business and value drivers.

Requirements

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; knowledgeable in employment laws (e.g., Employment Act).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and project management skills, with the confidence to engage all staff levels and business stakeholders.
• Highly motivated, resourceful, resilient, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative problem-solver with the ability to challenge existing processes constructively.
• Team-oriented with a flexible working style.
• Participation in co-curricular activities is a plus.

Education

Degrees/Field of Study required and preferred are as specified by the role.

Certifications

Certifications are not specified.

Required Skills

See Requirements above.

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Communication, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Optimism, Teamwork, Well Being

Additional Details

• Travel Requirements: 0%
• Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No
• Government Clearance Required: No