Eskom YES Programme 2026: Launch Your Career at Kendal Power Station

### Exciting Internship Opportunity at Eskom’s Kendal Power Station

Are you a young South African eager to kickstart your career in the energy sector? Eskom is offering 18 dynamic positions in its Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme at Kendal Power Station, Mpumalanga. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable experience—apply by 29 July 2026!

#### About the Opportunity
Eskom’s YES Programme is designed to provide unemployed youth with 12 months of practical workplace experience. This initiative is part of a public-private effort to tackle youth unemployment in South Africa, offering participants a chance to gain exposure to the electricity and energy industry.

#### Closing Date
Applications for this opportunity close on 29 July 2026. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered.

#### Key Responsibilities
Participants will be immersed in Eskom’s operations, gaining hands-on experience in various aspects of the energy sector. Responsibilities include:
– Practical workplace exposure
– Professional communication
– Administrative tasks
– Team collaboration
– Learning workplace policies and procedures

#### Requirements/Qualifications
To be eligible, applicants must:
– Be South African citizens aged 18 to 34
– Have completed Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification
– Not be studying full-time during the year of employment
– Not have participated in the YES initiative previously
– Be available for a 12-month fixed-term contract

#### Benefits
While the programme does not guarantee permanent employment, it offers market-related remuneration and a valuable opportunity to develop skills and enhance employability.

#### Location
The programme is based at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga, with potential placements across Eskom’s operations.

#### Recruitment Process
Applicants will undergo a thorough recruitment process, including application screening, verification checks, and interviews or assessments.

#### How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Eskom careers platform. Visit the [Eskom Careers Portal](https://eskomcareers.ci.hr/applicant/index.php?controller=Listings&method=view&listingid=ddc6bd79-2767-42df-85e3-1c5697ee64fa) to apply. Ensure you have an updated CV, a copy of your South African ID, Grade 12 certificate, and any other required documents ready for upload. Submit your application by 29 July 2026.

Posted: 29 July 2026