Eskom invites unemployed individuals who have the necessary qualifications to apply for the YES Learnerships programme 2025
Eskom YES Learnerships 2025 – Apply Now for Youth Employment Opportunities in South Africa
Overview
Are you a young South African looking for an opportunity to kick-start your career? Eskom, in partnership with the Youth Employment Service (YES), is offering YES Learnerships 2025 to empower unemployed youth with valuable work experience in the energy sector.
This initiative, driven by the South African Presidency, aims to combat youth unemployment by providing 12-month paid work opportunities across Eskom operations nationwide.
If you’re between the ages of 18 and 34 and eager to enter the workforce, this could be your stepping stone to a brighter future.
Learnership Details
- Position/Task Grade: YY1
- Area of Specialization: Various Departments
- Business Unit: Arnot Power Station
- Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Contract Duration: 12 Months
- Start Date: 2025
What is the Eskom YES Learnership Programme?
The Eskom YES Learnership is part of the Youth Employment Service initiative, a public-private collaboration aimed at tackling the youth unemployment crisis in South Africa. This program gives young individuals the chance to gain real-world work experience within the energy industry.
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Successful applicants will be placed in Eskom operations across all nine provinces, gaining practical skills and exposure to one of South Africa’s key infrastructure sectors.
Minimum Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must have a Grade 12 (Matric) or an equivalent post-matric qualification
- Aged between 18 and 34 years
- Must not be studying full-time during the learnership period
- Must not have been permanently employed for more than 1 year
- Must not have previously participated in a YES programme
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong integrity and work ethic
- Demonstrates professionalism
- Excellent customer service orientation
Attributes
- Willingness to learn
- Adaptability and resilience in a work environment
Why Apply for Eskom YES Learnerships 2025?
- Gain valuable work experience in a nationally recognized organization
- Improve your employment prospects after the programme
- Be part of the national solution to youth unemployment
- Exposure to real-time work in the energy and utilities sector
How to Apply
Click here to apply online for the Eskom YES Learnerships programme 2025
Applicants must ensure that all information provided in their application is accurate and truthful. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Only candidates who meet the minimum entry requirements and submit all required supporting documents will be shortlisted. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to background checks, skills assessments, and interviews. Preference is often given to unemployed youth, individuals from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, and those residing in areas where Eskom operates. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the programme. Eskom does not charge any fee for learnership applications, and applicants are advised to apply only through official Eskom platforms to avoid scams.
