Eskom: YES Programme 2026 / 2027 | GILE JoBs

Eskom SOC Ltd invites unemployed youth to apply for Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme for 2026 / 2027.

Location: North West, South Africa

Job Type: Internship / Learnership / Traineeship

Number of Positions: 20

Closing Date: 23 March 2026 at 23:59

The Youth Employment Service (YES) is part of the public-private initiative lead by the Presidency, to address the youth unemployment crisis in our country. Eskom is creating work opportunities for unemployed youth in South Africa. We invite young South Africans, who are hungry to enter the job market, to get a chance at a life-changing first work experience in our exciting energy industry.

If you meet the requirements listed, grab this opportunity to gain valuable work experience. Successful candidates will be given a 12-month contract to work in one of the Eskom Operations departments in GEMMA Cluster across North West.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be a South African Citizen
Aged between 18 to 34
Grade 12 with;-
- Maths at 50% or
- Maths Literacy at 70%
- English at 60%
- And at least 1 other SA official language

Selection Criteria:

Should not have been employed permanently with a single employer continuously for more than 1 year.
Should not be studying full time in the year of employment.
Should not have participated / registered on the YES initiative before.
Applicants will go through a recruitment process, and if successful, be placed in the Eskom Operations GEMMA Cluster (North West).

Eskom is reaching out to unemployed youth in South Africa, specifically those aged 18-34, to apply for the Youth Employment Service (YES) available in various locations and departments.

Skills and Competencies:

Honesty
Integrity
Professionalism
Accountability
Communication skills

How to Apply for Eskom SOC Ltd: YES Programme 2026 / 2027

Click on the Apply Now button below to apply online for Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THIS ADVERT, PLEASE EMAIL: recruitmentdx@eskom.co.za

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”

Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

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