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: 16-11-2026
Sunninghill
Position: Engineer Prof Engineering – Technologist Position/Task Grade: P12 Area of specialization: To provide engineering designs, asset care and technical solutions. Department: Generation Business Unit: Generation New Business Engineering Innovation and Localization Location: Megawatt Park
Apply by: 24-11-2026
Lephalale / Ellisras
Area of specialization: To develop, direct, influence and manage the Eskom occupational hygiene management programme ensuring a healthy, safe working environment and legal compliance. Department: Risk Department Business Unit: Medupi Power Station Location: Lephalale Limpopo
Apply by: 15-11-2026
Sunninghill
Position/Task Grade: P16 Area of specialisation: To provide technical and business inputs to the conceptualisation, pre–feasibility studies and business planning of new capacity projects and existing plant capacity upgrades. Department: Grid Planning and Development Business Unit: Project Development Location: Megawatt Park
Apply by: 18-11-2026
Sunninghill
Eskom Distribution Division is looking for a Chief Advisor Prof Occupational Medicine Practitioner at task grade P18. The department is Human Capital: Health and Wellness. The location is Gauteng: Sunninghill Megawatt Park. Area of specialization is to provide strategic direction regarding occupational health and wellness matters, leadership in the
Apply by: 24-11-2026
Mpumalanga
Position: Artisan Fitter (Mechanical) X2 Area of specialization: To maintain and repair all mechanical equipment Department: Maintenance Position/Task Grade: T09 Business Unit: Arnot Power Station Location: Mpumalanga
Apply by: 19-11-2026
Deneysville
Position: Engineer Prof Engineering - Electrical; Task Grade: P13; Area of Specialization: To sustain and enhance the performance of allocated plant; Department: Engineering (Electrical Engineering); Business Unit: Lethabo Power Station; Location: Free State

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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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