Kickstart Your Career with Eskom’s 2025 Youth Employment Service: 20 Dynamic Positions Now Open

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Eskom Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Youth Employment Service (YES) Program 2025 vacancies. The closing date for applications is 15 October 2025.

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What the YES Program Is

Eskom is South Africa’s biggest electricity company. They run a program called the Youth Employment Service (YES) to give young people without a job a chance to learn what real work looks like. The program takes place at Eskom’s Head Office in Sunninghill, Gauteng.
When you join YES, you don’t get a full‑time job right away – you get a short‑term placement where you can observe, help out, and learn from experienced Eskom staff. It’s a stepping‑stone toward a future career in energy or any other industry.

Who Can Apply

If you match these basic checks, you can put in your application:

Citizen: You must be a South African citizen.
Age: 18‑34 years old.
Education: Have a Grade 12 (Matric) or the same level, or any post‑Matric certificate you’ve earned.
Job History: You must not have worked full‑time for the same company for more than a year before.
Studies: You shouldn’t be enrolled full‑time in school during the period you’ll work.
First Time: You haven’t applied to YES before.

The program is open to anyone who wants to get real workplace experience and build a stronger CV.

What You’ll Do

If you’re selected, you’ll join one of Eskom’s many divisions. Your day‑to‑day duties will vary, but they’ll all help you see what an office or plant looks like, and give you exposure to real problems. You can expect to:

Learn on the job: Handle everyday tasks while training with a mentor who shows you how things work.
Build skills: Improve communication, teamwork, problem‑solving, and time management.
Network: Meet professionals who can give advice and maybe even recommend you for future roles.
Boost your CV: Add a reputable company to your résumé and show employers you can work in a professional setting.

How to Apply

Get your documents ready – a certified copy of your ID, your Matric (or equivalent) certificate, and a brief résumé.
Go online to the Eskom careers portal – the application link is called APPLY FOR THE ESKOM YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE (YES) PROGRAMME here.
Fill out the form – answer any questions about your background and why you want to join YES.
Upload your documents – make sure each file is clear and properly signed.
Submit – the system will confirm you’ve applied.
Wait for a reply – if chosen, you’ll be invited for an interview.

It’s that simple!

Why You Should Apply

Hands‑on experience: You’ll spend real time in a power company, not just watch videos.
First steps to a career: Many people who start at YES later secure permanent roles, inside or outside Eskom.
Mentorship: Professionals guide you, answering questions and helping you grow.
Build confidence: Knowing how to work in a workplace can make you feel ready for all future jobs.
Your future toolkit: Skills you learn—like teamwork and communication—are useful for any field.

Quick Career‑Boosting Resources

Discover how Seta bursaries you can still apply for this year and support your learning.
Fast track your career with Seta funded courses to gain new skills while you work.
Explore Seta apprenticeships now open and line up a paid, structured training plan.
Learn How to get paid while you study with Seta and keep income while gaining experience.

These extra options can help you prepare better for YES and similar programs.

Don’t miss the chance to start your career journey with the Eskom YES Program 2025. Apply before 15 October 2025 and open the door to a bright future.