Eskom is opening its Graduate in Training Programme 2026/2027 for unemployed graduates across South Africa. This is a chance to start a career in the energy sector now, before the October deadlines close.
What the programme offers
The Eskom Graduate in Training Programme gives you on‑the‑job learning and exposure to real projects. It is designed for fresh graduates who want practical experience while earning a salary.
Who can apply
You must have a fully completed Bachelor’s degree that matches the field of the specific graduate opportunity you choose. The programme is only open to South African citizens who are currently unemployed.
Benefits of taking part
- Paid training and a monthly stipend.
- Mentoring from experienced Eskom professionals.
- Hands‑on experience in supply chain, finance, engineering, HR, environmental management and many other areas.
- Potential for a permanent position after successful completion.
Available graduate positions
| Graduate Opportunity | Qualification / Field | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| P&SCM | Logistics / Supply Chain Management | 8 October 2026 |
| Process Control, Assurance & Project Accounting | Finance, Procurement, Transport, SCM | 9 October 2026 |
| Fleet Management (Finance) | Finance, Procurement, Transport, SCM | 9 October 2026 |
| Materials Management | Accounting, SCM, Logistics & Transport | 2 October 2026 |
| Occurrence | Business Management, Operations Management, Quality | 2 October 2026 |
| IBI | Industrial & Organisational Psychology, Psychology, Behavioural Science | 2 October 2026 |
| Outage | Business Management, Public Administration, Office Management, Business Administration, Project Management | 2 October 2026 |
| Communication | Communication, Journalism, PR, Media Studies | 2 October 2026 |
| HR | Human Resources, Industrial & Organisational Psychology | 2 October 2026 |
| Properties | Property Studies / Real Estate | 2 October 2026 |
| Fleet | BCom Transport and Logistics | 2 October 2026 |
| Environment | Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Natural Science | 2 October 2026 |
| Contract Management | Built Environment, Commerce, SCM, Finance, Procurement, Human Sciences | 2 October 2026 |
| Human Capital Management | Human Resources, Behavioural Sciences, Social Sciences | 8 October 2026 |
| AP&M | Computer Science, Industrial Engineering | 2 October 2026 |
| Management | Project Management, Risk Management, Quantity Surveying | 2 October 2026 |
| Environmental Management | Natural Sciences, Environmental Management | 2 October 2026 |
| Finance | Accounting | 2 October 2026 |
| Procurement & SCM – Lethabo | Commerce, Procurement & SCM, Logistics, Transport | 2 October 2026 |
| Environmental Management – Medupi PS | Environmental Management | 2 October 2026 |
| Procurement & SCM – Medupi | Commerce, Transport, Logistics, SCM | 2 October 2026 |
Minimum qualification requirements
You need a Bachelor’s degree that is directly related to the chosen position. Fields that appear in the listings include, but are not limited to:
- Accounting
- Behavioural Sciences
- Business Administration
- Business Management
- Built Environment
- Civil Engineering
- Commerce
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Science
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Human Sciences
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial and Organisational Psychology
- Journalism
- Logistics
- Natural Sciences
- Office Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Property Studies / Real Estate
- Procurement
- Public Administration
- Public Relations
- Psychology
- Quantity Surveying
- Risk Management
- Social Sciences
- Supply Chain Management
- Transport and Logistics
- Any related field specified for a particular role
How to apply – step by step
- Read the full description of the position that matches your degree.
- Gather the required documents: updated CV, certified copies of your degree and transcripts, ID document, and a cover letter that highlights relevant coursework or projects.
- Click the official Eskom link for your chosen role (see below).
- Complete the online application form. Fill in all personal details exactly as they appear on your ID.
- Upload your documents in the requested format (PDF preferred).
- Review the information, then submit before the listed closing date.
- Keep a copy of the confirmation email for your records.
Official application links
- P&SCM – Closing 8 Oct 2026: Apply for P&SCM
- Process Control, Assurance & Project Accounting – Closing 9 Oct 2026: Apply for Process Control, Assurance & Project Accounting
- Fleet Management (Finance) – Closing 9 Oct 2026: Apply for Fleet Management (Finance)
- Materials Management – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Materials Management
- Occurrence – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Occurrence
- IBI – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for IBI
- Outage – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Outage
- Communication – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Communication
- HR – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for HR
- Properties – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Properties
- Fleet – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Fleet
- Environment – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Environment
- Contract Management – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Contract Management
- Human Capital Management – Closing 8 Oct 2026: Apply for Human Capital Management
- AP&M – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for AP&M
- Management – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Management
- Environmental Management – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Environmental Management
- Finance – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Finance
- Procurement & SCM – Lethabo – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Procurement & SCM – Lethabo
- Environmental Management – Medupi Power Station – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Environmental Management – Medupi PS
- Procurement & SCM – Medupi – Closing 2 Oct 2026: Apply for Procurement & SCM – Medupi
Tips to improve your chances
- Match the wording of the job description in your CV and cover letter.
- Highlight any internship, project or volunteer work that relates to the field.
- Proofread for spelling and grammar – errors create a poor first impression.
- Submit before the closing date; late applications are not considered.
- Keep your LinkedIn profile up to date and include the same key words used by Eskom.
Take the next step
This is a real pathway into South Africa’s power industry. Review the positions, gather your documents, and apply through the official links before the deadlines. Good luck – your career could start with Eskom’s Graduate in Training Programme.
