Eskom is offering nine Youth Employment Service (YES) placements for young South Africans who have completed Grade 12. These positions provide a valuable 12-month work experience contract at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga, aimed at addressing youth unemployment by exposing youth to the energy sector environment.
About the Opportunity
The Eskom YES programme is a structured workplace initiative designed to give young people their first meaningful professional experience, helping bridge the gap between matric completion and formal employment. The nine available positions focus on administrative roles within Eskom’s Human Resources department at Kendal Power Station.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity targets unemployed South African citizens aged between 18 and 34 years who have passed Grade 12 or obtained an equivalent qualification. It particularly suits those who have little or no prior work experience and have not previously participated in the YES programme.
Key Requirements
- South African citizenship
- Age from 18 to 34 years
- Minimum qualification of Grade 12 or equivalent
- Not currently studying full-time during the 12-month contract period
- No prior permanent employment exceeding one continuous year with a single employer
- Not have been registered or participated in the YES initiative before
Location
The nine positions are based specifically at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga. Applicants should be prepared to work at this location and not assume placement in another province.
Programme Details
The successful candidates will receive a 12-month fixed- term contract to gain workplace experience in administrative functions within Eskom’s Human Resources department. The programme aims to develop key workplace competencies such as teamwork, communication, professionalism, and customer focus.
Closing Date
Applications close on 16 September 2026. Interested candidates should apply before this date to be considered for the programme.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through Eskom’s official recruitment platform. It is essential to confirm that you are applying for the correct YES listing (reference number: eskom_006965) before submitting your details.
Apply for the Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X9 Posts 2026 here: online application portal.
What Applicants Should Know Before Applying
This is a temporary, non-permanent opportunity meant to provide first workplace exposure rather than permanent employment. Candidates must be honest about their employment history and current student status. Full-time students are not eligible, and those who have already benefited from a YES placement elsewhere cannot reapply.
Participants are encouraged to use the experience gained from this programme to build their CVs and professional skills for future career prospects. It is important to approach the placement with professionalism and a willingness to learn organizational procedures and workplace norms.
