Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X50 Posts 2026

Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X50 posts are now available for young South Africans looking for an opportunity to gain workplace experience without requiring extensive work experience. The programme is offered through Eskom’s Corporate Services business unit, with successful applicants placed across Eskom Operations.

The Eskom YES opportunity is aimed at unemployed young people who meet the programme requirements and are looking to gain valuable workplace exposure while building their skills and experience.

Eskom YES Programme 2026 Overview

• Company: Eskom
• Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES)
• Number of Posts: 50
• Listing Reference: eskom_007018
• Reference Number: 50973284BS
• Position/Task Grade: YY1
• Department: Various
• Business Unit: Corporate Services
• Locations: Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville
• Contract Type: Internship
• Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
• Job Category: Matriculants / Graduates / No Experience
• Remuneration: Market Related

Eskom YES Programme Responsibilities

Successful applicants will go through a recruitment process. Candidates who are selected will be placed in Eskom Operations across various divisions.

The specific duties may vary depending on the division and placement. Participants will have the opportunity to gain practical workplace experience and develop professional skills in an Eskom working environment.

Eskom YES Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must be between 18 and 34 years old.
• Must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
• Post-matric certificates or programmes may also be considered.
• Applicants should not have been permanently employed by a single employer continuously for more than one year.
• Applicants must not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
• Applicants must not have previously participated in or registered for the YES initiative.

Eskom YES Behavioural Requirements

Eskom is looking for candidates who demonstrate the following behavioural qualities:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer focus

Who Can Apply for Eskom YES?

The Eskom YES programme is suitable for young South Africans aged 18 to 34 who have completed Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification and are looking to gain workplace experience.

Applicants should carefully check the requirements before submitting an application, particularly the conditions relating to previous employment, full-time studies and participation in the YES initiative.

How to Apply for Eskom YES Leanerships X50 Posts

Apply here online for Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X50 Posts 2026

Closing date: 22 September 2026