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

Deneysville
Position: Engineer Prof Engineering (Mechanical Outside Plant), Task Grade: P13, Area of specialization: To sustain and enhance the performance of allocated plant, Department: Engineering, Business Unit: Lethabo Power Station, Location: Free State
Apply by: 01-08-2026
Johannesburg
Area of specialization: To ensure that the secondary plant is operated and maintained in a safe and effective manner in order that a continuity of supply is sustained or enhanced and that regional and organisational objectives are met. Department: Secondary Plant Business Unit: Central Grid Location: Eastrand CLN
Apply by: 31-07-2026
Deneysville
Position: Assistant Officer Procurement, Task Grade: T10, Area of specialization: To provide efficient and effective procurement of goods and services i.e. high value, high risk timeously, within budget and according to procurement policies, procedures and practices, Department: Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Unit: Lethabo Power
Apply by: 31-07-2026
Sunninghill
Position/Task Grade: T12 Area of specialization: To conduct investigations of irregularities, criminal activities, security incidents and breaches at business units level in Eskom Holdings environment and to report on the results of such investigations. Department: Group Investigations and Security Business Unit: SECURITY INVESTIGATIONS Location: M
Apply by: 31-07-2026
Sunninghill
Position/Task Grade: G16 Area of specialization: To design, build, and maintain infrastructure related services in relation to business requirements, service providers and suppliers. To monitor the level of infrastructure services contributes effectively to information technology delivery mandate. Department: IT Governance Services Business Unit: D
Apply by: 05-08-2026
Sunninghill
Position/Task Grade: G16 Area of specialization: To Provide specialist application support and consulting services in line with the Group IT operating model. Department: Application Delivery Business Unit: Environment Management Location: Megawatt Park Reference Number: 50932382LC Closing Date: 05 August 2026

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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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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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