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: 07-07-2026
Sunninghill
Position/Task Grade: M18 Area of specialization: Responsible for leading the planning, design, implementation, and management of professional project support strategies, services, resources, and controls to ensure a successful Just Energy Transition at designated power stations. The role includes driving the identification, development, and executi
Apply by: 03-07-2026
Bloemfontein
To provide a safe, organised and planned complex centralised maintenance service within the grid for high voltage plant and associated equipment. Task Grade: T11.
Apply by: 30-06-2026
Germiston
Position/Task Grade: P13 Area of specialization: To perform protection fault investigation, provide engineering reviews, solutions and technical assurance for the power system Department: Operations Performance Business Unit: System Operator Location: Simmerpan, Germiston, Gauteng
Apply by: 06-07-2026
Gauteng
Position: Senior Advisor Energy Trading Position/Task Grade: G16 Area of specialization: To manage Eskom’s electricity production by declaring available power plant capacity, compiling offers for produced energy and placing energy offers into relevant markets such as day-ahead market, ancillary services to maximise economical results for Eskom Ge
Apply by: 08-07-2026
Cape Town
Position: Senior Psychologist Prof. Psychologist, Position/Task Grade: P15, Area of specialization: To provide a psychological service. Department: Human Resources (Koeberg Nuclear Power Station).
Apply by: 08-07-2026
Sunninghill
Eskom Distribution Division is looking for Officer Security Investigations position/task grade is T12 number of positions is (x6). The Department is Edx Serve and Business Unit is Head Office. The location is various locations (Gauteng , KZN , Northwest) Area of specialization to conduct investigations of irregularities, criminal activities, securi

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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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