Are you interested in gaining experience in the humanitarian sector with one of the world’s largest NGOs? If you're passionate about effective communication and admin and want hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, apply now to be our next communications intern for the fall semester 2025.
Who are we?
The Localization Management Unit (LMU) team considers civil society is a key driver of change. Therefore, we engage and support civil society to have the agency, space and capacity to fulfil rights of people affected by conflict and displacement. Out of the headquarters in Copenhagen, we provide strategic, analytical, and operational support to their engagement at local, regional and transnational levels. Our team also leads DRC's longstanding engagement with diaspora communities globally.
Why diaspora communities?
Since 2010, DRC has engaged directly with diverse diaspora communities to strengthen their engagement in countries of origin, transit and residence. We believe that diaspora actors play a vital role in humanitarian assistance, recovery and development in their countries of origin.
Currently, the Diaspora Programme within the LMU team touches on several thematic areas and across multiple geographies, such as Afghanistan, Somalia, Syria, Ukraine, Lebanon, DR Congo etc. Find out more here
About the internship
Join our Diaspora Programme team and contribute to enhancing communication across various platforms.
As an intern, you will play a vital role in supporting DRC's external and internal communications, as well as supporting with admin tasks. Your responsibilities include supporting social media management, crafting engaging social videos for digital platforms, and creating content focused on diaspora engagement. Your daily tasks will encompass:
Content creation and promotion:
- Support the creation and promotion of engaging content (copy, videos, infographics, factsheets) using tools like InDesign and Canva, adhering to DRC's corporate identity.
- Monitor social media channels and digital platforms and share inspiring diaspora stories.
- Support with graphic design of fact sheets, infographics and other communications materials for online and offline use.
Diaspora Storytelling:
- Contribute to researching and drafting compelling human-interest stories on diaspora engagement for website and online channels.
- Conduct interviews with diaspora members and local organizations to showcase impactful work.
Reports and Research Dissemination:
- Conduct rapid online diaspora response mapping
- Support in distributing new reports and research findings.
- Extract key messages for targeted promotion and dissemination through digital media platforms.
Communication support for events:
- Prepare and disseminate event notices.
- Support outreach to diaspora organizations through digital and offline events.
Meetings, Admin and internal communication:
- Assist in organizing meetings and appointments
- Produce and distribute meeting minutes.
- Editing and publishing internal news on the organization’s intranet.
We offer flexibility in the type of tasks, so you also have the possibility to influence the tasks, subject to what is relevant for your study programme.
About you
To successful in this role, we are seeking candidates currently enrolled in a master's program in communication studies, Multimedia Design and Communications, PR, Journalism, or related fields, demonstrating a keen interest and/or experience in the humanitarian sector.
Additionally, students pursuing a graduate-level degree in Development Studies, Political Science, International Relations, or other relevant social science studies, coupled with hands-on experience in communication, social media, design, and digital communication, are strongly encouraged to apply.
We value a diverse range of perspectives and skills, and we believe that your academic background and practical experience can contribute significantly to our dynamic team.
All employees and interns in DRC should master DRC's core competencies: Communicating, Taking the lead, Collaborating, Striving for excellence and Demonstrating integrity.
- Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be able to work independently as well as in a team.
- Be able to work systematically with a good structure for the tasks that you are responsible for.
- Have an eye for detail and strive to get the job done in a fast-paced environment.
- Be fluent in spoken and written English. French, Danish, Arabic are an advantage.
- Experience in graphic design, video and content production for digital platforms is an added value but not a requirement to be considered for the interview.
It is a requirement that you are enrolled in a university in order to be considered for the internship.
We offer
Contract length: 4-6 months subject to study requirements and further dialogue
Workplace: DRC Headquarters located Borgergade 10, Copenhagen. Danish Refugee Council’s headquarters in Copenhagen will move to Lyngbyvej 100, 2100 Østerbro, just by Ryparken station, in the fall of 2025.
Start date: Monday, 18 August 2025. We can be flexible on the start date.
Working hours: Approximately 30 hours per week, subject to study requirements and further dialogue. We offer flexibility when you have study obligations next to the internship.
The internship is not paid but we offer:
- 2,08 (unpaid) vacation days per month. The days can either be spent as you earn them or be accumulated
- Free lunch in our canteen (subject to our canteen being open)
- Free participation in our year-end party
Please note that if you do not have the right to work in Denmark (through nationality or existing work visa), you will need to apply for it should you be selected for the internship. DRC will support with the process, but please note it can take up to three months from initiating the process. You can read more here.
Application process
All applicants must send a cover letter, an updated CV in English as well as documentation that you are enrolled in a university. If you are applying for more than one internship with DRC, please indicate so in your cover letter.
Closing date for applications: 24 June 2025. We expect to conduct interviews soon thereafter.
Further information
For questions regarding the internship please contact Monika Grinschgl, Emergency Coordinator: [email protected]
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
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DRC as an employer
Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
- Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.