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: 16-09-2026
Cape Town
Position: Controller Technical x1 ( Sere Wind Farm) Position/Task Grade: T10 Area of specialization: To control the operations of the Generation Peaking units and to maintain the electrical or mechanical plant Department: Maintenance Business Unit: Peaking Generation Location : Koekenaap, Vredendal Western Cape
Apply by: 18-09-2026
Sunninghill
Area of specialization: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the General Manager IT will be responsible for formulating the strategy and direction for leadership and governance of information technology (IT) management in the organisation to enable reliable, effective and efficient systems, processes and technologies aligned with the organisat
Apply by: 17-09-2026
Gauteng
Position: Senior Advisor Prof Geographic Info Systems Position/Task Grade: P15 Area of specialization: To lead, manage and develop geospatial resources, while providing strategic direction and specialist expertise in Geographic Information Systems and Science (GISc), Utility Network, spatial information management, cartography and spatial analytics
Apply by: 11-09-2026
Gauteng
Position: Senior Engineer Prof Engineering Position/Task Grade: P16 Area of specialization: To develop and support suitable technology strategies, processes, standards, specifications and designs. Department: Asset Strategy Business Unit: Asset Management
Apply by: 10-09-2026
Western Cape
Position/Task Grade: G15 Area of specialization: To mentor, coach and advise on the compliance material management processes and procedures, supply chain operations training and recommend opportunities to optimize the function’s performance. Department: Materials Management Business Unit: Peaking Operating Unit Location: Western Cape
Apply by: 15-09-2026
Sunninghill
Eskom Distribution Division is looking for an executive secretary secretarial at task grade T10, the department is Distribution: Office of the Group Executive. The location is Gauteng: Sunninghill, Megawatt Park. The job mission is to provide an effective executive secretarial service by managing administrative performance and ensure priorities a

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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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