Eskom YES Programme 2026 – 50 Youth Employment Service Positions

Eskom is offering 50 Youth Employment Service (YES) opportunities for young South Africans through its 2026 YES intake.

The opportunities are based in Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville, Gauteng, and are aimed at Matriculants, graduates and people with no previous work experience.

The position was posted under Eskom's Corporate Services business unit, with successful applicants potentially being placed within Eskom Operations across different divisions.

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Job Details

About the Eskom YES Programme

The Youth Employment Service (YES) opportunity provides young people with workplace exposure through Eskom.

Applicants who successfully complete the recruitment process may be placed within Eskom Operations across the divisions.

The advertisement lists the opportunity under the Matriculants/Graduate/No Experience job category.

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What You Will Do

The supplied vacancy does not provide a detailed list of specific daily duties.

Successful applicants will be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions, depending on the outcome of the recruitment process.

The position is associated with Various Departments within the Corporate Services business unit.

What You Need to Succeed

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Be a South African citizen.
• Be between 18 and 34 years old.
• Have Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Have post-Matric certificates/programmes where applicable.
• Must not have been permanently employed by a single employer continuously for more than one year.
• Must not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
• Must not have previously participated in or registered for the YES initiative.

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Skills and Competencies

The vacancy specifically lists the following behavioural competencies:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer-focused

No additional attributes are listed in the supplied advertisement.

Who Can Apply?

The opportunity is aimed at young South Africans in the 18–34 age group who meet the Grade 12 requirement and the YES participation and employment conditions.

Applicants who have previously participated in or registered for the YES initiative are not eligible according to the advertisement.

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Work Locations

The position summary lists Sunninghill as the location, while the detailed introduction identifies the work locations as:

• Sunninghill
• Midrand
• Rosherville

All are in Gauteng.

Important Information

• 50 positions are advertised.
• The opportunity is part of the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative.
• Applicants must be South African citizens.
• The age requirement is 18–34 years.
• Grade 12 or equivalent is required.
• Applicants must not have been permanently employed continuously by one employer for more than one year.
• Applicants must not be studying full-time in the year of employment.
• Applicants must not have previously participated in or registered for YES.
• Successful applicants will go through a recruitment process.
• Successful candidates may be placed in Eskom Operations across its divisions.
• The remuneration is listed as Market Related.
• Eskom states that candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Eskom may give preference to candidates from under-represented designated groups in accordance with its employment equity plan and goals.
• If applicants are not contacted within 28 days after the closing date, they should regard their application as unsuccessful.

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How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official Eskom Careers recruitment portal.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Applicants should ensure that their information is accurate and that they meet all the requirements before submitting an application.

Closing Date

23 September 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Eskom YES positions are available?

Eskom is advertising 50 Youth Employment Service positions.

What qualification is required?

Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification. The advert also refers to post-Matric certificates/programmes.

What is the age requirement?

Applicants must be between 18 and 34 years old.

Where are the positions located?

The detailed vacancy information lists Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville in Gauteng.

Can someone with no work experience apply?

Yes. The vacancy is listed under Matriculants/Graduate/No Experience.

Can I apply if I have previously participated in YES?

No. The advert states that applicants must not have participated in or registered on the YES initiative before.

Can full-time students apply?

The advert states that applicants should not be studying full-time in the year of employment.

What is the salary?

The vacancy lists the remuneration as Market Related but does not provide a specific amount.

When does the Eskom YES Programme close?

The closing date is 23 September 2026.

iYouth Application Tips

• Make sure your Grade 12 qualification is clearly listed on your CV.
• Check that your age and citizenship meet the requirements.
• Do not apply if you have previously participated in or registered for YES.
• Make sure your CV contains accurate contact details.
• Apply through the official Eskom Careers portal.

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• Various Government Posts
• General Worker Jobs
• Internship Opportunities
• Learnership Programmes
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