The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has officially opened applications for its 2026 New Learner Intake, offering a massive 174 structured training opportunities across multiple provinces, disciplines, and qualification levels.
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This intake is not just another internship advert. It’s a strategic national skills-development programme aimed at building the future technical, engineering, financial, HR, safety, and artisan workforce that will keep South Africa’s electricity transmission network running.
Quick Overview
Organisation: National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA – Eskom)
Programme: 2026 Learner & Graduate Intake
Total Opportunities: 174 posts
Training Duration: 12 – 36 months (depending on programme)
Training Type: On-the-job + institutional learning
Locations: Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Free State, Bloemfontein
Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Application Method: Email (category-specific addresses)
Who Should Apply: Graduates, Diploma holders, TVET students, Matriculants (technical & artisan streams)
Engineer in Training (EIT) – X43 Posts
Locations: Gauteng, Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal
Training Period: 24 months (on-the-job)
Minimum Qualification:
- BEng / BSc Degree in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electro-Mechanics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Computer Science / Information Systems Engineering
Apply to: Sibongile Ramaphoko – RamaphSB@ntcsa.co.za
Graduate in Training (GIT) – X52 Posts
All Graduate in Training programmes run for 24 months with structured workplace exposure.
2.1 Graduate in Training – Engineering (Technical)
Qualification:
- B Degree in Architecture, Geology or Land Surveying
Apply to: Portia Makgato – MakgatPM@ntcsa.co.za
2.2 Graduate in Training – Energy Market Services & International Trading
Qualification:
- B Degree in Law, Commerce or Accounting
Apply to: Portia Makgato – MakgatPM@ntcsa.co.za
2.3 Graduate in Training – Finance
Qualification:
- B Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Cost & Management Accounting
Apply to: Maria Makena – MakenaMO@ntcsa.co.za
2.4 Graduate in Training – Human Resources
Qualification:
- B Degree in:
- Human Resource Management
- Social / Behavioural Sciences
- Information Systems
- Social Work
- Psychology
- Industrial & Organisational Psychology
- Occupational Therapy
Apply to: Butiki Mkhwanazi – MkwanaBF@ntcsa.co.za
2.5 Graduate in Training – Procurement & Supply Chain Management
Qualification:
- B Degree in Administration, Public Administration or Commerce
Apply to: Ineshia Bilankulu – BilankI@ntcsa.co.za
2.6 Graduate in Training – Safety, Security & Environmental
Qualification:
- B Degree / BTech / Advanced Diploma in:
- Safety Management
- Behavioural Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Environmental Health
- Natural Sciences
- Environmental Management
- Security Management
- Policing or Law (NQF 7, 360 credits)
Apply to: Sinky Moabelo – MoabelS@ntcsa.co.za
2.7 Graduate in Training – Project Delivery (Non-Technical)
Qualification:
- B Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commerce, Human Sciences, or Project Management
Apply to: Chuma Lunika – LunikaC@ntcsa.co.za
2.8 Graduate in Training – Project Delivery (Technical)
Qualification:
- BEng / BSc / BTech in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Apply to: Chuma Lunika – LunikaC@ntcsa.co.za
Learner (Non-Technical) – X11 Posts
Location: Gauteng
Duration: 12 months (on-the-job training)
Qualification:
- National Diploma in:
- Information Technology
- Commerce
- Logistics
- Transport
- Supply Chain Management
- Information Management
- Mechanical Engineering
Apply to: Ineshia Bilankulu – BilankI@ntcsa.co.za
Technician in Training (TIT) / Pupil Technician – X57 Posts
Locations: Gauteng, KZN, Bloemfontein, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape
Duration: 12 months (institutional + on-the-job)
Outcome: Opportunity to attain Diploma / P1 / P2
Qualification:
- Completed S4 / Diploma in:
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
- Civil Engineering
- Surveying
- Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications)
Apply to: Mbavhalelo Matumba – matumbm@ntcsa.co.za
Learner Artisan – X11 Posts
Locations: Gauteng & KwaZulu-Natal
Duration: 3 years
Outcome: Trade Test Certificate
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with:
- Maths 50%
- Physical Science 50%
- English 40%
OR
- N3 Engineering with English 40%
OR - NCV Level 4 with Maths 50%, Physical Science 50%, English 40%
Apply to: Valentine Choenyana – ChoenyNV@ntcsa.co.za
Application Process
All applications must be submitted via email to the correct category-specific email address.
Required Documents:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copies of qualifications & transcripts
- Certifications not older than 6 months
Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Late applications will NOT be considered.
If you are not contacted within 28 days after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.
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Edupstairs Advice (Read This Carefully)
This intake is highly competitive. Don’t rush your application.
- Tailor your CV to the specific stream
- Combine documents into one PDF
- Use a professional email subject line
- Apply before January rush traffic
Opportunities like this don’t come often — and when they do, prepared candidates win.
Career Growth Path After This Programme
Completing an NTCSA programme can open doors to:
- Permanent roles within Eskom or NTCSA
- Registration with professional bodies (ECSA, SACPCMP, etc.)
- Senior technician, specialist, engineer, or management roles
- International energy and infrastructure projects
This is foundational career capital, not short-term work.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I apply for more than one category?
Yes, but submit separate emails per category.
Q: Is this programme paid?
Yes, these are structured training programmes with stipends (market-related).
Q: Are TVET students allowed?
Yes — especially for Technician in Training and Artisan streams.
Q: Do I need work experience?
No. This is a developmental intake.
CLOSING DATE: 21 JANUARY 2026
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