Youth Employment Service (YES) PED Water and Environmental Operations Opportunity at Eskom Sunninghill

Eskom is inviting applications for three Youth Employment Service (YES) internship opportunities within the Primary Energy Division, Water and Environmental Operations Department in Sunninghill, Gauteng. This 12-month internship is part of the national Youth Employment Service initiative, which aims to provide unemployed young South Africans with valuable workplace experience and improve their future employment prospects. Successful candidates will gain practical exposure in South Africa’s energy sector while developing essential workplace skills in a professional environment. This opportunity is ideal for motivated young people who are ready to begin their careers with one of South Africa’s leading state-owned enterprises.

Job Overview

The Youth Employment Service (YES) internship provides unemployed youth with meaningful workplace experience within Eskom’s Water and Environmental Operations Department. Successful candidates will be placed on a 12-month contract where they will gain exposure to professional work environments, develop valuable administrative and workplace skills and receive guidance from experienced professionals. The programme is designed to improve employability while helping participants build confidence, communication skills and practical business experience. This internship offers an excellent foundation for young South Africans looking to establish long-term careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily administrative and operational activities within the department.
• Assist with general office administration and record keeping.
• Maintain accurate documentation and departmental records.
• Follow Eskom policies, procedures and workplace standards.
• Communicate professionally with internal stakeholders.
• Provide support to departmental projects and operational activities.
• Complete assigned duties accurately and within required deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in the workplace.
• Participate in workplace learning and development activities.
• Contribute to an organised, efficient and productive work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements and Skills

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must be between 18 and 34 years of age.
• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Must not have been permanently employed by one employer for more than one continuous year.
• Must not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
• Must not have previously participated in or registered for the YES programme.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Professional attitude and strong work ethic.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Core Competencies

• Team player.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Professionalism.
• Customer focus.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Negotiation and liaison skills.
• Polite and respectful attitude.
• Prompt and reliable.
• Energetic and self-motivated.
• Assertive when required.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply.

Apply here