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: 31-07-2026
Germiston
Position: Senior Manager Research, Testing and Development Position/Task Grade: EEE Department: Clean Energy Delivery Unit Business Unit: RT & D (Research Testing & Development) Area of specialization: Reporting to the General Manager, the Senior Manager Research, Testing and Development will be responsible for providing strategic direction and le
Apply by: 31-07-2026
Gauteng
Position: Youth Employment Service (YES) Position/Task Grade: YY1 X 3 Area of specialization: N/A Department: Water & Environmental Operations Business Unit: Primary Energy Location: Sunninghill
Apply by: 03-08-2026
Sunninghill
Position/Task Grade: G16 Area of specialization: To provide an asset information management portfolio that provides engineering and design business intelligence and information at the required levels to the organisation to meet Generation Engineering objectives. Department: GX Head Office Engineering Business Unit: Asset Information Management Loca
Apply by: 24-07-2026
South Africa
The Youth Employment Service (YES) is part of the public-private initiative lead by the Presidency, to address the youth unemployment crisis in our country. Eskom is creating work opportunities for unemployed youth in South Africa. We invite young South Africans, who are hungry to enter the job market, to get a chance at a life-changing first work
Apply by: 31-07-2026
Gauteng
Position: Youth Employment Service (YES) X1 Position/Task Grade: YY1 Area of specialization: N/A Department: Legal Business Unit: MWP, Sunninghill Reference Number: OGE-Legal
Apply by: 31-07-2026
Mpumalanga
Position: Youth Employment Service (YES) X1 Position/Task Grade: YY1 Area of specialization: N/A Department: Security Business Unit: Witbank, Mpumalanga Reference Number: OGE-Security

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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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Eskom generates, transmits and distributes over 86% of South Africa's electricity.

Join a team of more than 40,000 professionals working together to shape the nation’s energy future and support economic growth across the country.

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