Eskom is South Africa’s main electricity provider and offers technical learnership and training programmes that prepare young people for careers in engineering, energy, and power system operations through structured workplace learning and formal education.
The Eskom learnership programme for 2026 is a structured technical training intake that combines institutional learning with on the job experience in engineering and energy related fields.
These programmes are often run through divisions such as the National Transmission Company South Africa where learners are trained to become qualified artisans, technicians, or engineers.
Some programmes run for 12 months while others such as artisan training can take up to three years or more depending on the qualification level and trade requirements.
Learners are exposed to real operational environments including power stations, substations, and maintenance facilities where they develop hands on skills.
Who can apply for Eskom engineering learnerships?
Eskom learnerships are open to unemployed South African citizens who want to build careers in technical and engineering fields.
Applicants are usually required to have completed Grade 12 with strong results in Mathematics, Physical Science, and English.
Some programmes accept candidates with N3 engineering qualifications, NCV Level 4, or higher diplomas depending on the level of training.
Graduate and technician programmes require higher qualifications such as diplomas or degrees in engineering fields like electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering.
Applicants must not be employed full time and must be available for the full training period.
What are the requirements for Eskom technical learnerships?
Applicants must meet strict academic and document requirements before applying for any Eskom technical programme.
- A certified copy of a South African ID is required for all applications.
- A certified Matric certificate with Mathematics and Physical Science is required for most technical roles.
- Additional qualifications such as N3, NCV Level 4, diploma, or degree may be required depending on the programme.
- An updated CV must be submitted with the application.
- Certified copies of all qualifications must not be older than six months.
Applicants must also demonstrate strong communication skills, the ability to work in teams, and willingness to work in physically demanding environments such as power plants.
How do you apply for Eskom learnerships in 2026?
Applications must be submitted through Eskom’s official recruitment systems and not through social media links or third party websites.
You can apply through the official Eskom careers portal. Follow these steps carefully to complete your application:
- Visit the official Eskom careers website and register your profile.
- Upload all required documents including your ID, CV, and qualifications.
- Search for available learnerships or training programmes.
- Submit your application before the closing date listed on the advert.
Some programmes may require email applications using official company email addresses provided in the advert.
Only shortlisted candidates are contacted after the closing date.
What training is included in Eskom engineering programmes?
Eskom engineering learnerships include both classroom based training and practical workplace experience that prepares learners for technical careers.
Artisan programmes focus on electrical systems, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of high voltage equipment used in power generation and transmission.
Technician programmes provide training in areas such as chemical analysis, system monitoring, and operational support within Eskom facilities.
Engineering in training programmes focus on developing graduates through structured exposure to real engineering projects and systems.
Learners must complete assessments, practical tasks, and trade tests where applicable before qualifying.
When do Eskom learnership applications open and close?
The official closing date for this intake was 21 January 2026, and applications submitted after this date were not considered.
This means the primary 2026 engineering intake has already closed, and applicants must now wait for new postings that may open later in the year or in the 2027 cycle.
Smaller intakes may still appear during the year, but they are limited and highly competitive.
Eskom applications contact details
All official Eskom learnership information and applications must be accessed through the company’s official website and recruitment systems.
Some programmes provide direct recruitment email contacts depending on the department handling the intake.
- General recruitment support email: Candidate.support@ci.hr
- NTCSA recruitment email: recruitment@ntcsa.co.za
