The Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) Internship Programme 2025 / 2026 offers unemployed South African youth a chance to gain valuable work experience in one of the country’s most vital industries — energy and electricity supply.
This initiative forms part of the YES Programme, a public-private partnership led by the Presidency of South Africa to tackle youth unemployment by providing real-world work exposure and skills development opportunities.
Eskom is giving young people a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in its operations across all nine provinces, helping them build the skills and confidence needed to launch their careers.
Programme Details
Contract Duration: 12 months (one-year fixed term)
Stipend: Eskom provides a monthly stipend for the duration of the internship
Location: Opportunities are available nationwide, across Eskom’s operational sites and offices in all provinces
Fields of Exposure: Depending on the site, candidates may gain exposure in various departments, such as:
- Administration
- Technical Operations
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Customer Services
- Engineering Support
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the Eskom YES Internship Programme 2025 / 2026, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Aged between 18 and 34 years old
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent qualification
- Applicants with a post-matric certificate, diploma, or degree are also encouraged to apply
- Must not have been employed permanently with a single employer for more than 12 months
- Must not be studying full-time during the internship period
- Must not have participated in the YES initiative before
How to Apply for the Eskom YES Internship 2025 / 2026
apply here online for Eskom YES Internship Programme 2025 / 2026
Closing date not specified
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