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: 04-09-2026
Rustenburg
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. Position/Task Grade: T12 Department: Secondary Plant Business Unit: Northern Grid Location: Rustenburg (Trident Su
Apply by: 04-09-2026
Polokwane / Pietersburg
Area of specialization: To perform in a safe and effective manner power line inspections, servitude and line maintenance, including defect repairs and restoration tasks on transmission lines using approved tools, equipment, procedures and techniques to ensure optimal line performance and sustainable and continuous quality of supply. Task Grade: T09
Apply by: 04-09-2026
Phalaborwa
Area of specialization: To provide a safe, organised and planned complex centralised maintenance service within the Grid in respect to HV Plant and associated equipment. Position/Task Grade: T11 Department: HV Plant Business Unit: Northern Grid Location: Phalaborwa (Foskor Substation)
Apply by: 04-09-2026
Balfour
Position: Middle Manager Operating Task Grade: M18 Area of specialization: Direct the Operation of all Production Plant to meet demand in a safe and cost-effective manner. Department: Operating Group Business Unit: Grootvlei Power Station Location: Grootvlei Power Station – Mpumalanga
Apply by: 27-08-2026
Germiston
Area of specialization: To provide engineering reviews, solution and technical assurance for the power system Position/Task Grade: P13 Department: Operations Planning Business Unit: System Operator Location: Simmerpan, Germiston,
Apply by: 03-09-2026
Grabouw
Position: Engineer Prof Civil - (Palmiet PS) Task Grade: P13 Area of Specialization: To sustain and enhance the performance, safety and reliability of geotechnical assets and associated civil infrastructure through geotechnical investigations, monitoring, analysis, design reviews, slope stability assessments, foundation evaluations and geotechnical

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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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