Eskom invites youth in South Africa to apply for the Youth Employment Service (YES) X25 programme, offering unemployed youth an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience and take their first steps into the job market.
The programme offers successful candidates a 12-month contract with opportunities to work within Eskom Operations across different divisions and provinces in South Africa. The opportunity is suitable for youth with Grade 12 or post-matric qualifications who are looking to gain practical work experience.
Job Details
- Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES) X25
- Listing Reference: eskom_006424
- Reference Number: 50904987LM
- Contract: 12 months
- Location: Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville, with placements across South Africa
- Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
- Job Category: Matriculants / Graduates / No Experience
- Remuneration: Market Related
- Closing Date: 24 August 2026
About the Programme
The Youth Employment Service (YES) is part of a public-private initiative supported by the Presidency to help address youth unemployment in South Africa.
Eskom is creating work opportunities for unemployed young people who are ready to enter the workplace and gain practical experience. The programme provides participants with an opportunity to develop workplace skills, gain exposure to a professional environment and build experience that can strengthen future job applications.
Successful candidates will be placed in Eskom Operations across different divisions. Placements may be available across all South African provinces, depending on operational requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following 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.
- Must not have been employed permanently 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.
Skills and Behavioural Requirements
Applicants should demonstrate the following qualities:
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Customer-focused attitude
These qualities are important for working effectively in a professional environment and interacting with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders.
Work Experience
The opportunity falls under the Matriculants / Graduates / No Experience category, making it suitable for young people who are looking for their first significant workplace experience.
Participants can gain practical exposure while working within Eskom Operations. The experience may help candidates develop important workplace skills such as communication, teamwork, responsibility, time management and professional conduct.
The exact duties will depend on the division and area where a successful candidate is placed.
Contract Duration
Successful candidates will receive a 12-month contract.
During this period, participants will have an opportunity to gain workplace experience and develop skills that may be useful when applying for future employment opportunities.
The programme does not guarantee permanent employment with Eskom after the completion of the contract. Candidates should therefore use the experience gained during the programme to continue developing their careers and seeking suitable opportunities.
Recruitment Process
Applicants who meet the selection criteria will go through a recruitment process. Candidates who are successful in the recruitment process will be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions.
Applicants should ensure that all information provided during the application process is accurate and that the required information and documents are submitted correctly.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee selection.
Location
The vacancy information lists Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville under Eskom Real Estate.
However, the YES programme states that successful candidates may be placed in Eskom Operations across all South African provinces.
Applicants should therefore be aware that placement may depend on available opportunities and operational requirements.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may be suitable for unemployed young South Africans who:
- Have completed Grade 12.
- Have completed a post-matric certificate or programme.
- Are between 18 and 34 years old.
- Have little or no previous work experience.
- Are not currently studying full-time.
- Have not previously participated in the YES initiative.
- Are looking for an opportunity to enter the workplace.
- Want to gain practical experience in the energy sector.
Important Information
Applicants should carefully check the eligibility requirements before submitting an application.
The YES programme specifically requires applicants not to have participated in or registered for the initiative before. Applicants must also not have been permanently employed by one employer continuously for more than one year.
Full-time students during the year of employment are also not eligible under the stated selection criteria.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 24 August 2026.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date and carefully check all information before submitting an application.
Summary
Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X25 provides unemployed young South Africans with an opportunity to gain 12 months of valuable workplace experience.
The programme is open to South African citizens aged 18 to 34 who have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification, with post-matric qualifications also accepted.
Successful candidates may be placed in Eskom Operations across different divisions and provinces. The opportunity can provide valuable exposure to the workplace and help young people build experience for their future careers.
How to Apply