Eskom is inviting unemployed young South Africans to apply for 25 Youth Employment Service (YES) opportunities within Eskom Real Estate.

The programme is aimed at giving young people an opportunity to enter the job market and gain valuable practical workplace experience in the energy industry.

No previous work experience is listed as a requirement.

Job Details

Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES) X25
Company: Eskom
Listing Reference: eskom_006424
Reference Number: 50904987LM
Department: Eskom Real Estate
Business Unit: Eskom Real Estate
Task Grade: YY1
Locations: Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville
Number of Opportunities: 25
Contract: 12-Month YES Programme / Internship
Remuneration: Market Related
Closing Date: 24 August 2026

About the Eskom YES Programme

The Youth Employment Service (YES) forms part of a public-private initiative led by the Presidency to help address youth unemployment in South Africa.

Through this programme, Eskom is creating workplace opportunities for unemployed young South Africans who want to enter the job market and gain their first meaningful work experience.

Successful applicants will receive a 12-month contract and may be placed within Eskom operations.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a South African citizen
• Be between 18 and 34 years old
• Have Grade 12 or equivalent
• Post-Matric certificates/programmes are also listed in the qualification requirements

Selection Criteria

Candidates must also meet the following YES programme criteria:

• Must not have been permanently employed 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
• Applicants will undergo Eskom’s recruitment process before placement

Behavioural Competencies

Eskom is looking for young people who demonstrate:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer focus
• Willingness to gain workplace experience
• Ability to conduct themselves professionally in a working environment

No Experience?

Previous work experience is not listed as a minimum requirement.

This opportunity is specifically aimed at young South Africans seeking valuable workplace exposure, making it suitable for qualifying youth who have Grade 12 and little or no formal work experience.

How to Apply

When searching for the vacancy, use:

Listing Reference: eskom_006424

or

Reference Number: 50904987LM

Applicants should:

1. Visit the official Eskom careers/recruitment portal.
2. Search for Youth Employment Service (YES) X25.
3. Confirm that the listing reference is eskom_006424.
4. Open the vacancy and review all requirements.
5. Complete the online application.
6. Upload any documents requested by Eskom.
7. Submit the application before 24 August 2026.

Important: Applications should be submitted through the official Eskom recruitment process. Do not pay anyone to apply for the programme.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How many YES opportunities are available?

There are 25 YES opportunities advertised.

2. Is Grade 12 enough to apply?

Yes. The minimum qualification listed is Grade 12 or equivalent, with post-Matric certificates/programmes also mentioned.

3. Do I need work experience?

No previous work experience is specified as a minimum requirement.

4. What is the age requirement?

Applicants must be between 18 and 34 years old.

5. Can I apply if I previously participated in YES?

No. Applicants must not have participated in or registered for the YES initiative before.

6. Can university or college students apply?

The selection criteria state that applicants should not be studying full-time in the year of employment.

7. Can I apply if I have worked before?

Having worked before does not automatically disqualify you. However, the advert states that applicants should not have been permanently employed with one employer continuously for more than one year.

8. How long is the programme?

Successful candidates will receive a 12-month contract.

9. Where are the opportunities located?

The listing specifically identifies Sunninghill, Midrand and Rosherville under Eskom Real Estate.

10. What is the closing date?

Applications close on 24 August 2026.

11. What reference number should I use?

Use:

Listing Reference: eskom_006424
Reference Number: 50904987LM

Possible Interview Questions

These questions are for preparation and are not confirmed Eskom interview questions.

1. Tell us about yourself.
Briefly discuss your education, interests, strengths and what you hope to gain from your first workplace experience.

2. Why do you want to join the Eskom YES programme?
Explain that you want practical workplace exposure, professional development and an opportunity to build skills within a major organisation.

3. What do you know about Eskom?
Prepare by learning about Eskom’s role within South Africa’s electricity industry and the type of work it performs.

4. Why should we select you for this opportunity?
Highlight your willingness to learn, reliability, professionalism and ability to work with others.

5. Do you have any previous work experience?
If you have none, say so confidently and use examples from school, volunteering, community activities or personal responsibilities to demonstrate your skills.

6. Tell us about a time you worked as part of a team.
You can use a school project, sports team, church/community activity or other relevant example.

7. What does integrity mean to you?
You could discuss honesty, accountability, following rules and doing the right thing even when nobody is watching.

8. How would you handle an unhappy customer?
Explain that you would remain respectful, listen carefully, understand the problem and seek assistance when necessary.

9. What are your strengths?
Choose genuine strengths relevant to the programme, such as reliability, communication, willingness to learn, teamwork or attention to detail.

10. Where do you see yourself after completing the 12-month YES programme?
Focus on gaining skills and experience that will help you progress into further employment, training or career-development opportunities.