Eskom is offering 25 Youth Employment Service (YES) opportunities for young South Africans seeking to gain valuable workplace experience and enter the energy industry.
The opportunities are available within Eskom Operations and offer successful candidates a 12-month contract. The programme is designed to provide unemployed young people with practical work experience while supporting efforts to address youth unemployment in South Africa.
Job Details
Company: Eskom
Position: Youth Employment Service (YES) X25
Number of Positions: 25
Listing Reference: eskom_006424
Reference Number: 50904987LM
Business Unit: Eskom Real Estate
Department: Eskom Real Estate
Location: Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville
Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job Category: Matriculants/Graduate/No Experience
Contract: Internship
Duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Market Related
Position/Task Grade: YY1
Closing Date: 24 August 2026
About the Eskom YES Opportunity
The Youth Employment Service (YES) is a public-private initiative led by the Presidency of South Africa to help address youth unemployment by creating work opportunities for young South Africans.
Through this programme, Eskom is providing unemployed youth with an opportunity to gain their first meaningful work experience in the energy sector.
Successful candidates will receive a 12-month contract and may be placed within Eskom Operations across different divisions and South African provinces.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must meet the following programme conditions:
- Should not have been permanently employed by a single employer continuously for more than one year.
- Should not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
- Should not have previously participated in or registered for the YES initiative.
- Must be available to participate in the recruitment and placement process.
- Successful applicants will be placed in Eskom Operations according to the organisation’s operational requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- Have relevant post-matric certificates or programmes where applicable.
- Be unemployed and seeking an opportunity to gain workplace experience.
The position is categorised under Matriculants/Graduate/No Experience, making it suitable for young candidates who are at the beginning of their careers.
Behavioural Competencies
Eskom is looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Integrity.
- Professionalism.
- Customer-focused behaviour.
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Commitment to performing assigned responsibilities effectively.
Who Can Apply?
The Eskom YES X25 opportunity is particularly suitable for unemployed South African youth aged 18 to 34 who have completed Grade 12 and, where applicable, additional post-matric programmes or certificates.
Applicants should carefully check the YES participation conditions before applying. In particular, candidates must not have previously participated in or registered for the YES initiative and must not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Eskom Careers recruitment platform.
Search for:
Youth Employment Service (YES) X25
Listing Reference: eskom_006424
Reference Number: 50904987LM
Applicants should ensure that all information provided during the online application is accurate and that they meet the YES eligibility requirements.
Application Deadline
24 August 2026
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date to avoid missing the opportunity.
Final Thought
The Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X25 programme provides young South Africans with an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience within one of the country’s major energy organisations. For eligible unemployed youth who have completed Grade 12 or additional post-matric studies, the 12-month placement can provide valuable exposure to the workplace and help build a foundation for future career opportunities.
