Opportunities for young professionals

Explore bursaries, internships, and graduate programmes to kick-start your career with Eskom.

Bursaries

Financial support to help talented students pursue their studies and build a strong foundation for a successful career.

Internships

Gain valuable hands-on experience, develop practical skills, and learn from industry professionals in a real-world environment.

Graduate Programmes

Kick-start your career with structured development opportunities designed to help graduates grow into future leaders.

Latest Positions

Apply by: 08-10-2026
Sunninghill
Position: Graduate in Training (GIT) Position/Task Grade: L7 Area of specialization: N/A Department: P&SCM Business Unit: Various Location: Megawatt Park
Apply by: 05-10-2026
Germiston
Area of specialization: To provide hardware and software support to ensure the continuous availability of Transmission Energy Management System (TEMSE) and connectivity between TEMSE and other Energy Management System (EMS) within system operator control areas. Position/Task Grade: P15 Department: National Control System Support Business Unit: Sys
Apply by: 05-10-2026
Germiston
Area of specialization: To provide accurate and well-coordinated Fault investigations to minimize the effect of primary faults on the power system network and enhance quality and continuity of supply to customers. Position/Task Grade: P15 Department: Operations Performance Business Unit: System Operator Location: Simmerpan, Germiston, Gauteng
Apply by: 05-10-2026
Germiston
Area of specialization: To provide accurate and well-coordinated protection settings to minimize the effect of primary faults on the power system network and enhance quality and continuity of supply to customers. Position/Task Grade: P13 Department: Operations Performance Business Unit: System Operator Location: Simmerpan, Germiston, Gauteng
Apply by: 09-10-2026
Bellville
Area of specialization: To provide a quantity surveying advisory and support service to the project in terms of contracts collation, costing, payment certification, evaluation and dispute resolution to meet the contract management services needs from a central database. Task Grade: G15 Department: Contracts Management Business Unit: North East
Apply by: 09-10-2026
Sunninghill
Eskom Generation Division, Head Office - Finance (Process Control and Assurance and Project Accounting Department) is looking for eight Graduates in Training on a 24-month contract period. Position/Task Grade: L7 Area of specialization: N/A Business Unit: Generation Finance – Head Office (Process Control and Assurance (x6) and Project Accounting

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What we offer

Eskom is committed to cultivating a workplace that attracts top talent and inspires high-performing employees.

Work:

We promote purpose-driven work through results-oriented culture, collaboration, and impactful projects.

Opportunities:

Growth is supported through upskilling, mentorship, job rotation, formal learning, and career advancement.

People:

We foster an inclusive culture valuing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Rewards:

Competitive total rewards include incentives and benefits.

Organisation:

We drive positive impact via CSR initiatives, Women in Power, and Disability Programmes.

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Crowdsourcing

Eskom's crowdsourcing platform supplements its skills base to address operational challenges and resolve business needs.

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Company Benefits

Training & Development

Opportunities to enhance skills and career growth.

Pension Fund

Contributions from both employer and employee.

Medical Insurance

Five subsidised options for non-managers.

Home Loans

Competitive interest rates for employees.

Service Leave

Leave after six years of service.

Parental Leave

Paid adoption, maternity, and parental leave.

Library Services

Access to research and library facilities.

Cafeteria

Facilities available at selected sites.

Please note: Benefits may differ based on grade of position.

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