Eskom invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Youth Employment Service Programme 2026 at various power stations and offices.
YES Programme Application Closing Dates: 21 to 29 July 2026
YES Programme Locations: Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Free State, South Africa
Eskom Youth Employment Service Programme 2026
Eskom has opened applications for several Youth Employment Service opportunities across its power stations, head offices and operational divisions.
The YES Programme gives unemployed young South Africans an opportunity to gain their first meaningful workplace experience in the electricity and energy industry.
Successful candidates will receive 12-month fixed-term contracts and may be placed in administration, finance, Human Capital Management, procurement, supply chain, warehousing, storage, housekeeping or other operational support functions.
The current Eskom internship portal includes YES opportunities at Medupi Power Station and other Eskom operations. (Eskom)
Eskom YES Programme Overview
Employer: Eskom
Programme: Youth Employment Service Programme
Number of advertised opportunities: At least 128 confirmed posts, excluding listings where the number was not specified
Qualification required: Grade 12 or equivalent
Age requirement: 18 to 34 years
Contract duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Market related
Locations: Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Free State
Closing dates: 21 to 29 July 2026
Application method: Online through the Eskom recruitment portal
Available Eskom YES Opportunities
Applicants can apply for the following advertised opportunities.
Eskom Medupi Power Station YES Programme
Listing reference: eskom_005793
Location: Lephalale, Limpopo
Contract: Internship
Closing date: 21 July 2026
The opportunity is intended for young people who will support various administrative functions at Medupi Power Station.
Applicants need Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification. The Medupi opportunity is listed on Eskom’s official internship portal with a closing date of 21 July 2026. (Eskom)
Eskom Matla Power Station YES Programme: 15 Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005876
Number of positions: 15
Location: Kriel, Mpumalanga
Task grade: YY1
Closing date: 22 July 2026
Successful candidates will receive workplace exposure through a 12-month contract at Matla Power Station.
Eskom Human Capital Management YES Programme: Two Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005873
Number of positions: Two
Department: Human Capital Management
Business unit: Generation Head Office
Location: Megawatt Park, Sunninghill, Gauteng
Closing date: 23 July 2026
This opportunity will provide young people with practical workplace exposure within Eskom’s Human Capital Management environment.
Eskom Procurement and Supply Chain Management YES Programme
Listing reference: eskom_005866
Area of specialisation: Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Location: Megawatt Park, Sunninghill, Gauteng
Closing date: 23 July 2026
Applicants with Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification may apply. A post-Matric certificate or programme may also be considered.
Eskom Arnot Power Station YES Programme: Ten Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005898
Number of positions: Ten
Location: Arnot Power Station, Mpumalanga
Contract duration: 12 months
Closing date: 24 July 2026
The successful learners will receive their first workplace exposure at Arnot Power Station.
Eskom Finance YES Programme: Eight Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005896
Number of positions: Eight
Department: Finance
Business unit: Generation Finance Head Office
Closing date: 24 July 2026
The positions will be allocated as follows:
- Seven positions at Eskom Megawatt Park in Sunninghill.
- One position at Eskom Park in Witbank.
Applicants need Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
Eskom Lethabo Power Station YES Programme: 25 Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005877
Number of positions: 25
Location: Lethabo Power Station, Free State
Contract: Fixed-term contract
Closing date: 24 July 2026
This is one of the largest YES intakes included in the current group of Eskom opportunities.
Eskom Komati Power Station YES Programme: Seven Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005872
Number of positions: Seven
Location: Komati Power Station, Mpumalanga
Area of specialisation: Various administrative functions
Closing date: 24 July 2026
Successful candidates will perform various administrative support functions during the 12-month programme.
Eskom Majuba YES Programme
Listing reference: eskom_005911
Location: Majuba, Mpumalanga
Contract: Fixed-term contract
Employment Equity position: Yes
Closing date: 27 July 2026
The Majuba programme provides an opportunity for qualifying unemployed youth to gain workplace experience within Eskom operations.
Eskom Kriel Power Station YES Programme: Ten Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005871
Number of positions: Ten
Location: Kriel, Mpumalanga
Closing date: 27 July 2026
Successful candidates will support various administrative functions at Kriel Power Station.
Applicants requiring assistance with this advertisement may contact:
Email: recuitmentgx@eskom.co.za
Applications must still be submitted through the official recruitment portal.
Eskom Duvha Power Station YES Programme: 12 Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005767
Reference: Eskom_DVH_YES_2026
Number of positions: 12
Location: Duvha Power Station, Witbank, Mpumalanga
Closing date: 27 July 2026
Successful candidates may receive exposure in:
- Administration
- Storage
- Housekeeping
- Warehousing
Applications may be completed online. The advertisement also allows applicants to deliver CVs to the security reception at the Duvha Power Station main gate.
Eskom Camden Power Station YES Programme: 11 Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005900
Number of positions: 11
Location: Camden Power Station, Mpumalanga
Department: Human Resources
Task grade: YY1
Closing date: 28 July 2026
The selected candidates will be appointed on 12-month contracts.
Eskom Tutuka Power Station YES Programme: Ten Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005867
Number of positions: Ten
Location: Tutuka Power Station, Standerton, Mpumalanga
Closing date: 28 July 2026
Successful participants will perform various administrative roles and gain practical workplace experience.
Applicants need Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification. A post-Matric certificate or programme may also be considered.
Eskom Kendal Power Station YES Programme: 18 Posts
Listing reference: eskom_005893
Number of positions: 18
Location: Kendal Power Station, Mpumalanga
Department: Human Resources
Closing date: 29 July 2026
The programme offers 18 young people an opportunity to enter the workplace through Eskom’s YES initiative.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following general requirements:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- Not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
- Not have participated in or registered for the YES Programme previously.
- Not have been permanently employed by one employer continuously for more than one year.
- Be available to complete a 12-month contract.
- Successfully complete Eskom’s recruitment and selection process.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee selection.
Can Applicants with Only Grade 12 Apply?
Yes. Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification is the minimum academic requirement for most of the advertised Eskom YES opportunities.
Applicants do not generally need a degree or diploma unless a particular vacancy advertisement states otherwise.
This makes the programme suitable for unemployed Matriculants who have struggled to gain their first workplace experience.
Skills and Competencies
Eskom is looking for applicants who demonstrate:
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Customer focus
- Teamwork
- Good communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Negotiation skills
- Liaising skills
- Politeness
- Promptness
- Energy and enthusiasm
- Self-motivation
- Assertiveness
Applicants should reflect these qualities in their CVs and during the selection process.
Programme Duration and Remuneration
Successful applicants will receive fixed-term contracts lasting 12 months.
Remuneration is listed as market related. The exact monthly amount was not included in the supplied vacancy advertisements and may be communicated during the recruitment or appointment process.
The programme offers temporary workplace experience and does not guarantee permanent employment at Eskom.
Documents Applicants Should Prepare
Applicants should prepare the following documents before beginning the online application:
- Updated CV
- Copy of South African identity document
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
- Copies of any post-Matric qualifications
- Proof of address, where requested
- Other supporting documents specified on the vacancy portal
All information entered on the application form must be accurate.
How to Apply for Eskom YES Programme 2026
Applications must be submitted through the Eskom careers portal.
Click here to apply for Eskom YES Programme opportunities 2026
Applicants should:
- Open the Eskom recruitment portal.
- Search for the listing reference of the preferred opportunity.
- Open and read the complete vacancy advertisement.
- Register a candidate profile or sign in.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the requested supporting documents.
- Submit the application before the applicable closing date.
Applicants may also access the dedicated internships section of the official portal, which displays available Eskom internship and YES opportunities. (Eskom)
Eskom Candidate Support
Applicants experiencing technical difficulties may contact Eskom Candidate Support:
Email: Candidate.support@ci.hr
This email address is for recruitment-platform assistance. Applications should be submitted online unless a specific advertisement allows another application method.
Important Closing Dates
The closing dates differ according to the Eskom operation:
- 21 July 2026: Medupi Power Station
- 22 July 2026: Matla Power Station
- 23 July 2026: Human Capital Management and Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- 24 July 2026: Arnot, Finance, Lethabo and Komati
- 27 July 2026: Majuba, Kriel and Duvha
- 28 July 2026: Camden and Tutuka
- 29 July 2026: Kendal Power Station
Applicants should apply before the closing date attached to their preferred listing.
Employment Equity
Eskom is committed to employment equity, equality and workplace diversity.
Preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups in accordance with Eskom’s Employment Equity Plan.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Eskom also reserves the right not to make appointments to any advertised positions.
Application Outcome
Applicants who do not receive feedback within 28 days after the applicable closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Only candidates selected to continue in the recruitment process may receive further communication.
About Eskom YES
The Youth Employment Service is a public-private initiative supported by the Presidency to address youth unemployment by creating first-time workplace opportunities.
Through the programme, Eskom gives unemployed young people exposure to professional workplace environments while helping them develop practical skills, confidence and experience.