Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme - Internships Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

Eskom is participating in the Youth Employment Service (YES) programme, a public-private initiative led by the Presidency aimed at addressing youth unemployment in South Africa. This programme creates work opportunities for unemployed youth in line with the BBBEE definition.

This opportunity invites young South Africans to gain valuable first work experience within the energy industry. Successful candidates will receive a 12-month contract to function in various administrative roles across Eskom operations in all South African provinces.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a South African Citizen
• Aged between 18 to 34 years
• Hold a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification
• Should not have been employed permanently with a single employer continuously for more than 1 year
• Should not be studying full time in the year of employment
• Should not have participated or registered on the YES initiative before

How to Apply

Applications are submitted online via the Eskom careers portal. Follow the instructions on the portal to complete your application.

Apply Online: https://eskomcareers.ci.hr/applicant/index.php?controller=Listings&method=view&listingid=3ded4f30-aaf9-407b-94cf-454b65f0eb8e

Application Deadline: 31 July 2026