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Eskom Graduate in Training Programme 2026: 5 Posts at Kendal Power Station (Apply Before 3 September)
Eskom has opened applications for its Graduate in Training Programme, offering 5 posts in Finance, HR, Procurement, and Safety & Environment at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga. This is a structured internship opportunity for South African graduates who want to gain institutionalised, on the job training within one of the country’s largest employers.
Applications close on 3 September 2026, so eligible graduates should submit their applications as soon as possible.
About the Eskom Graduate in Training Programme
Eskom, recently certified as a Top Employer South Africa for 2026 for the second consecutive year, positions this Learning Programme as a chance for graduates to gain hands on exposure within its operations. The programme falls under the Finance, HR, Procurement, Safety & Environment department at Kendal Power Station, one of Eskom’s major generation sites in Mpumalanga.
Successful candidates will be placed on an internship contract and will receive institutionalised, structured training combined with practical on the job learning. Eskom has confirmed that applicants who go through the recruitment process successfully will be placed within Eskom Operations across its various divisions, meaning the exact placement may extend beyond the immediate business unit advertised.
Position Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Graduate in Training x 5 |
| Departments | Finance, HR, Procurement, Safety & Environment |
| Business unit | Kendal Power Station |
| Location | Mpumalanga |
| Industry | Electricity, Energy & Water Supply |
| Job category | Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing |
| Contract type | Internship |
| Remuneration | Market related |
| Closing date | 3 September 2026 |
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this Graduate in Training opportunity, applicants must have a fully completed degree (B Com or BA) in one of the following fields:
- Finance
- Procurement
- Safety Management
- Human Resources
- Environmental Management
- Communication
- Learning and Development
- Industrial Relations
- Occupational Hygiene
In addition, applicants must be South African citizens. Eskom has not listed a minimum number of years of prior work experience for this programme, since it is aimed at graduates entering the workforce for the first time.
Skills and Attributes Eskom Is Looking For
Eskom has outlined a detailed set of competencies it wants candidates to demonstrate, spanning leadership, behaviour, knowledge, skill and personal attributes.
On leadership and behaviour, candidates should be strong team players who display integrity, professionalism and a customer focused approach. In terms of knowledge, familiarity with Eskom’s policies and procedures is valued, while core skills required include communication, sound interpersonal skills, negotiation skills and liaising skills.
Beyond formal competencies, Eskom also looks for candidates who are polite, prompt, energetic, self-starting and assertive, reflecting the kind of proactive attitude expected from graduates entering a large, structured organisation.
Key Responsibilities
As a Graduate in Training, the successful candidate’s core responsibility will be to undergo institutionalised and on the job training within their assigned department. This structured approach is designed to build both technical knowledge and practical workplace experience over the course of the programme.
Employment Equity Note
Eskom has stated that it is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In line with its employment equity plan and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom has also confirmed that candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and that it reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised posts. Eskom has noted that it maintains a smoke-free environment for all employees and visitors at the workplace.
Applicants who are not contacted within 28 days after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply directly through the official Eskom Careers portal. Make sure your CV is up to date and reflects your completed qualification before you begin the application process, since your CV will be used to help populate your candidate profile.
Apply for the Eskom Graduate in Training Programme here
Applications close on 3 September 2026, so submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing the deadline.
