Eskom Graduate Internships 2026 / 2027 Open Engineering, Computer Science and Law Opportunities
Graduates in Chemical, Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science and Law can apply for Eskom’s 2026 / 2027 graduate development opportunities within its Generation Business in Gauteng.
The current intake includes Engineer in Training and Graduate in Training positions within Production and Sales, with structured institutional training, on-the-job development and practical workplace exposure across Eskom’s Generation environment.
Applications close on 6 November 2026.
Which Eskom graduate opportunities are available?
Eskom is recruiting for two graduate development routes:
- Engineer in Training, Production and Sales
- Graduate in Training, Production and Sales
The two programmes have different qualification requirements and should be applied for separately.
Who can apply for the Engineer in Training programme?
The Engineer in Training opportunity is open to graduates with a completed:
- BEng or BSc Engineering in Chemical Engineering
- BEng or BSc Engineering in Industrial Engineering
- BEng or BSc Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
There are 4 positions available.
The listing reference is:
eskom_007534
The positions are based in Gauteng at Megawatt Park, with participants expected to be willing to work within Eskom Operations across Generation Business Units.
What can engineering graduates gain from the programme?
Engineer in Training participants will receive a combination of:
- Institutionalised training
- On-the-job training
- Practical workplace exposure
- Experience within Eskom Generation operations
This can help graduates apply academic engineering knowledge within a large energy-generation environment.
Depending on placement, the programme can support development relevant to areas such as:
- Production operations
- Engineering processes
- Plant and equipment environments
- Technical problem-solving
- Operational efficiency
- Energy-generation systems
The exact duties will depend on placement within the Generation Business.
Why are Chemical Engineers included?
Chemical Engineering can be relevant to generation environments where processes involving water, fuels, materials, emissions, treatment systems and plant performance need technical oversight.
The internship gives graduates an opportunity to build practical experience within an operational energy environment.
How can Industrial Engineers fit into Eskom Generation?
Industrial Engineering focuses strongly on improving processes, systems and operational efficiency.
Within a generation business, graduates can bring skills relevant to:
- Process improvement
- Systems analysis
- Operational planning
- Performance improvement
- Resource efficiency
The exact work will depend on the business unit where the graduate is placed.
What can Mechanical Engineers gain?
Mechanical Engineering graduates can build experience in an environment where large-scale machinery and technical systems are central to operations.
This can provide exposure relevant to:
- Mechanical systems
- Plant operations
- Equipment performance
- Technical maintenance environments
- Engineering problem-solving
Who can apply for the Graduate in Training programme?
The Graduate in Training opportunity is open to candidates with a completed Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Computer Science
- Legal or Law-related studies
The listing reference is:
eskom_007539
This opportunity sits within the Energy Management Department in Production and Sales and is based in Gauteng at Sunninghill or Megawatt Park.
How can Computer Science graduates fit into the programme?
Computer Science graduates can bring digital and analytical skills into an energy-management environment.
Potentially relevant areas can include:
- Business systems
- Data
- Digital tools
- Information processing
- Technology support
- Operational systems
The exact responsibilities will depend on placement and Eskom’s operational requirements.
How can Law graduates fit into the programme?
Legal graduates can build workplace experience relevant to the governance and regulatory environment surrounding a large energy organisation.
Potential exposure can relate to:
- Legal support
- Regulatory matters
- Contracts
- Governance
- Compliance
- Business processes
The exact legal responsibilities are not specified and will depend on the placement.
What training will graduates receive?
Both graduate streams include:
- Institutionalised training
- On-the-job training
- Practical workplace exposure
The programme is designed to help graduates transition from academic study into a professional environment.
What skills is Eskom looking for?
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Negotiation
- Liaising ability
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Customer focus
Suitable candidates should also be:
- Polite
- Prompt
- Energetic
- Self-starting
- Assertive
Can previous learning programme participants apply?
For the Graduate in Training programme, applicants must not have previously participated in or registered for a similar learning programme.
Applicants should check this eligibility condition carefully before applying.
Will graduates need to work at different Eskom operations?
Yes. Applicants must be willing to be placed within Eskom Operations across Generation Business Units.
This means flexibility around workplace placement is important.
What are the Engineer in Training details?
Employer: Eskom
Business unit: Production and Sales
Position: Engineer in Training
Reference: eskom_007534
Task grade: L7
Location: Gauteng / Megawatt Park
Number of positions: 4
Qualifications: Chemical, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering
Remuneration: Market related
What are the Graduate in Training details?
Employer: Eskom
Department: Energy Management
Business unit: Production and Sales
Position: Graduate in Training
Reference: eskom_007539
Task grade: L07
Location: Sunninghill / Megawatt Park, Gauteng
Qualifications: Computer Science or Legal / Law-related degree
Remuneration: Market related
How do you apply for the Engineer in Training programme?
Applications must be submitted online.
Apply for the Eskom Engineer in Training, Production and Sales opportunity
Use reference:
eskom_007534
How do you apply for the Graduate in Training programme?
Apply for the Eskom Graduate in Training, Production and Sales opportunity
Use reference:
eskom_007539
When do applications close?
Applications close on 6 November 2026.
Applicants should make sure their personal and qualification information is accurate before submitting.
Candidates who have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
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