Are you a recent graduate looking to jumpstart your career with a reputable organization? Eskom, South Africa’s primary electricity supplier, is offering a range of graduate internship programs for 2024. These internships are an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience, enhance your skills, and build a career in various fields. This article provides detailed information about each internship opportunity, including the requirements and how to apply.
1. Learning Programme Outages x1 – Graduate in Training, Generation, Megawatt Park, and Witbank
- Position: Learning Programme Outages x1 – Graduate in Training, Generation, Megawatt Park, and Witbank
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Department: Contracts Management and Assurance
- Business Unit: Head Office
- Reference Number: Learners OGE Contracts Management
- Closing Date: 12/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Qualification: BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
- Eligibility: Must be a South African citizen.
- Experience: Not specified, but applicants will undergo a recruitment process and, if successful, will be placed in Eskom Operations across various divisions.
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Ability to lead and work within a team.
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, and customer-focused attitude.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with Eskom’s policies and procedures.
- Skills: Communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills.
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energy, self-starter, assertiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide institutionalized and on-the-job training to the incumbent.
Application Process: Apply online or submit your detailed CV, certified ID copy, and certified copies of completed qualifications at the Power Station, Security Gate. Remember to quote the reference number.
2. Learning Programme Graduate in Training x3 – Matla Power Station
- Position: Learning Programme Graduate in Training x3 – Matla Power Station
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Department: Human Resources
- Business Unit: Matla Power Station
- Reference Number: GXMATL- GIT/2024
- Closing Date: 12/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Qualification: A fully completed degree such as BCom, BA in Finance, or Environmental Studies.
- Eligibility: Must be a South African citizen.
- Experience: Applicants will undergo a recruitment process and, if successful, will be placed in Eskom Operations across various divisions.
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player.
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, and customer-focused attitude.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with Eskom’s policies and procedures.
- Skills: Communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills.
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energy, self-starter, assertiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Institutionalized and on-the-job training will be provided.
Application Process: Submit applications online or at the Power Station, Security Gate. Include a detailed CV, certified ID copy, and certified copies of completed qualifications.
3. Learning Programme Engineer in Training x17 – Matla Power Station
- Position: Learning Programme Engineer in Training x17 – Matla Power Station
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Department: Human Resources
- Business Unit: Matla Power Station
- Reference Number: GXMATL- EIT/2024
- Closing Date: 12/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Qualification: Fully completed Engineering Degree (BEng/BSc Eng) in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Process, Metallurgy, Chemical, or Civil Engineering.
- Eligibility: Must be a South African citizen.
- Experience: Successful applicants will be placed in Eskom Operations across various divisions.
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player.
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, and customer-focused attitude.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with Eskom’s policies and procedures.
- Skills: Communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills.
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energy, self-starter, assertiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- The incumbent will receive institutionalized and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Applications should be submitted online or at the Power Station, Security Gate, with the required documents.
4. Learning Programme – Graduate in Training – Quantity Surveyor
- Position: Learning Programme – Graduate in Training – Quantity Surveyor
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Department: Contracts Management and Assurance
- Business Unit: Head Office
- Reference Number: Learners OGE Contracts Management
- Closing Date: 12/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Qualification: Completed BSc degree/BTech in Quantity Surveying.
- Eligibility: Must be a South African citizen.
- Experience: Applicants will undergo a recruitment process, with successful candidates placed in Eskom Operations across divisions.
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player.
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, and customer-focused attitude.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with Eskom’s policies and procedures.
- Skills: Communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills.
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energy, self-starter, assertiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- The program includes institutionalized and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Submit applications online or at the Power Station, Security Gate. Ensure to include a detailed CV, certified ID copy, and certified copies of completed qualifications.
5. Graduate-in-Training (Finance)
- Position: Graduate-in-Training (Finance)
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: I02
- Location: Western Cape, South Africa
- Department: Finance
- Business Unit: Peaking Generation
- Reference Number: DurbanvilleFXGIT2025
- Closing Date: 09/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Qualification: B.Tech, BCom, or B Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
- Eligibility: Must be a South African citizen.
- Experience: Applicants will undergo a recruitment process, with placements across Eskom Operations if successful.
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player.
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, and customer-focused attitude.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with Eskom’s policies and procedures.
- Skills: Communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills.
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energy, self-starter, assertiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Training involves both institutionalized and on-the-job learning.
Application Process: Interested candidates should apply online or submit applications at the Power Station, Security Gate, with the necessary documents.
6. Engineer-in-Training – Control and Instrumentation & Auxiliary and Ancillary (Peaking Durbanville) x2
- Position: Engineer-in-Training – Control and Instrumentation & Auxiliary and Ancillary
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: I01
- Location: Western Cape, South Africa
- Department: Engineering
- Business Unit: Peaking Generation
- Reference Number: PeakingLearnersEIT2025
- Closing Date: 11/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): Fully Completed Engineering Degree, B Eng/BSc Eng (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics)
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- The incumbent will be provided with institutionalised and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Interested candidates should apply online or submit their detailed CV, certified ID copy, and certified completed qualification copies at the Power Station, Security Gate. Please quote the reference number for your application.
7. Learning Programme – Graduate in Training x1, Generation, Megawatt Park
- Position: Graduate in Training – Generation
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Department: Contract Management
- Business Unit: Sunninghill
- Reference Number: Learners OGE Contracts Management
- Closing Date: 11/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): Completed LLB Degree
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- The program includes both institutionalised and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Apply online or submit applications at the Power Station, Security Gate with the required documents. Quote the reference number for your application.
8. Learning Programme – Graduate in Training x3, Generation, Megawatt Park
- Position: Graduate in Training – Environmental Management
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Department: Environmental Management
- Business Unit: Sunninghill
- Reference Number: Learners OGE Environmental Management
- Closing Date: 11/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): Completed Environmental Management Degree
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- The incumbent will receive institutionalised and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Apply online or submit applications at the Power Station, Security Gate with all required documents. Be sure to quote the reference number.
9. Learning Programme – Graduate in Training x3, Generation, Megawatt Park
- Position: Graduate in Training – Procurement
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Department: Procurement
- Business Unit: Sunninghill
- Reference Number: Learners Gx Procurement
- Closing Date: 11/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): Fully Completed B Com Degree (Finance/Procurement)
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- The program offers both institutionalised and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Apply online or submit applications at the Power Station, Security Gate with the necessary documents. Ensure to quote the reference number.
10. Graduate in Training (Durbanville)
- Position: Graduate in Training
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: I02
- Location: Western Cape, South Africa
- Department: Human Resources
- Business Unit: Peaking Generation
- Reference Number: GxPeakDurbanville GIT_HR
- Closing Date: 07/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): BCom/BA/Advanced Diploma/BTech in HRM, Industrial or Labour Relations
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- Institutionalised and on-the-job training will be provided.
Application Process: Interested candidates should apply online or submit their application at the Power Station, Security Gate with required documents.
11. Graduate in Training (Commercial) x1 (Generation)
- Position: Graduate in Training – Commercial
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Western Cape, South Africa
- Department: Human Resources
- Business Unit: Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
- Reference Number: Graduate in Training- Commercial
- Closing Date: 06/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): Fully Completed Degree in BCom, BA (Commerce/Supply Chain/Logistics)
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- The incumbent will receive institutionalised and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Apply online or submit applications at Koeberg Power Station, Bulkstores with all required documents. Ensure to quote the reference number.
12. Graduate in Training (Physicist) x3 (Generation)
- Position: Graduate in Training – Physicist
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Western Cape, South Africa
- Department: Human Resources
- Business Unit: Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
- Reference Number: Graduate in Training- Physicist
- Closing Date: 06/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): Fully Completed BSc Hons Degree in Physics
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- The program includes both institutionalised and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Interested candidates should apply online or submit their applications at Koeberg Power Station, Bulkstores. Include your CV, certified ID, and qualifications, quoting the reference number.
13. Engineer in Training (Nuclear Engineering) x9 – Generation, Koeberg NPS
- Position: Engineer in Training – Nuclear Engineering
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Western Cape, South Africa
- Department: Human Resources
- Business Unit: Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
- Reference Number: Engineer-in-Training Nuclear Engineering
- Closing Date: 06/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a South African Citizen
- Qualification(s): Fully Completed Engineering Degree, B Eng/BSc Eng (Mechanical/Civil/Electrical – Light & Heavy Current/Metallurgy)
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Team player
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
- Skills: Communication, sound interpersonal, negotiation, and liaising skills
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertive
Key Responsibilities:
- The incumbent will receive institutionalised and on-the-job training.
Application Process: Apply online or submit applications at Koeberg Power Station, Bulkstores reception area with the required documents. Quote the reference number for your application.
14. Learning Programme – Engineer in Training x2, Generation, Megawatt Park
- Position: Learning Programme – Engineer in Training x2
- Vacancy Type: External/Internal
- Task Grade: L07
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Department: Operation, Maintenance and Outages Department
- Business Unit: Generation Head Office
- Reference Number: Learners Gx OMO/SM
- Closing Date: 06/09/2024
Minimum Requirements:
- Qualification: Fully Completed Engineering Degree, B Eng/BSc Eng (Chemical/Industrial)
- Eligibility: Must be a South African Citizen
- Experience: Applicants will go through a recruitment process. Successful candidates will be placed in Eskom Operations across various divisions.
Skills and Competencies:
- Leadership: Ability to lead and work within a team.
- Behavioral Traits: Integrity, professionalism, customer-focused.
- Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures.
- Skills: Effective communication, sound interpersonal skills, negotiation, and liaising abilities.
- Attributes: Politeness, promptness, energetic, self-starter, assertiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- The incumbent will be provided with both institutionalised and on-the-job training to develop necessary skills and competencies.
Application Process:
To apply, please visit the online application portal or submit your detailed CV, certified ID copy, and certified completed qualification copies at the Power Station, Security Gate. Make sure to quote the reference number when applying.
General Application Information
Eskom encourages graduates to apply online or submit their applications in person at the designated Power Station locations. Applications must include a detailed CV, certified ID copy, and certified copies of completed qualifications. Remember to quote the specific reference number related to the program you are applying for.
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If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Eskom is committed to promoting equality, employment equity, and diversity, in line with its employment equity plan and targets. Eskom encourages candidates from underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities, to apply for their Eskom Graduate Internships.
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For further assistance with the advertisement or application process, please email: recuitmentgx@eskom.co.za
The Eskom Graduate Internships for 2024 present a unique opportunity for young professionals to kickstart their careers in one of South Africa’s most critical sectors. With a variety of positions available across engineering, environmental management, procurement, and more, these programs are designed to provide comprehensive training, valuable on-the-job experience, and exposure to real-world challenges.