Youth Internship Opportunity
Eskom is offering Youth Employment Service (YES) internship opportunities for unemployed South African youth. The programme provides a 12-month workplace experience opportunity within Eskom Operations across South Africa, helping young people gain valuable skills and exposure to the energy industry.
Position: Youth Employment Service (YES) X25
Contract: 12-month Internship
Location: Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville
Reference: eskom_006424
Closing Date: 24 August 2026
Remuneration: Market Related
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who:
- Are South African citizens
- Are between 18 and 34 years old
- Are unemployed youth looking to gain work experience
- Have Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
- Have completed post-matric certificates or programmes
- Want to gain workplace exposure in the energy sector
Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be aged between 18 and 34
- Must have Grade 12 or equivalent
- Post-matric qualifications or programmes will be advantageous
- Must not have been permanently employed by one employer continuously for more than 1 year
- Must not be studying full-time during the year of employment
- Must not have previously participated or registered for the YES initiative
Main Opportunity
Successful candidates will:
- Receive 12 months of workplace experience
- Be placed within Eskom Operations across different divisions
- Gain exposure to a professional working environment
- Develop workplace skills and industry knowledge
Skills and Attributes
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Customer-focused approach
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to work in a team environment