Are you looking for an enriching internship opportunity with one of the world’s largest NGOs?  Then you might be our new intern for the Fall semester.

About the job

The Emergency Unit (EMU) provides emergency support to DRC Country Operations and sits within the department of Strategy, Programming and Results (SPR) at DRC HQ. The EMU at HQ comprises the Head of Emergencies (Head of Unit), 3 Global Emergency Advisors and 1 Global Emergency Specialist and an Access Advisor. The Site Management & Coordination (SMC) sector lead also sits within the Emergency Unit. The EMU also has a team of around 15 roving emergency specialists (EMPACT). The intern will be part of the Emergency Unit and will assist its colleagues with various SMC and Emergency related tasks such as:

  • Support in information management and internal communication of DRC's emergency responses, including drafting and filing documents, and keeping the intranet pages updated.
  • Support exchange and learning by planning and facilitating global SMC Community of Practice events, regular webinar series, and promoting ongoing engagement. Maintain the SMC intranet pages and resource hub.
  • Assist in data collection and the preparation of information to support SMC thematic outputs, including conducting desk reviews or preparing case studies on specific topics, and drafting summary reports, tools and guidance.  You will have the opportunity to focus on the topics which most interest you in discussion with the SMC Advisor. 
  • Support in the desk analysis of fragile humanitarian contexts, including media monitoring. Track triggers for the launch of emergency responses and undertake trend analysis on responses.
  • Assist in planning, facilitating, and documenting After-Action Reviews of DRC emergency responses. 
  • Support with administrative tasks to enable the effective coordination of DRC’s roving emergency team to countries experiencing emergencies (EMPACT) and support the planning and implementation of training events on Emergency Response for DRC country office staff.

About you

To be successful in this role, we expect you to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment, handle challenges constructively, and collaborate effectively as part of a team. We expect you to be open-minded and flexible towards the different tasks assigned to you.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

  • Relevant educational background for example in international law, social work, public administration, international relations, development, political science or other social sciences relevant to DRC’s work.
  • Interest in conflict and displacement, fragile states, and humanitarian emergencies.
  • Interest in internal administration and systems, detail-oriented and organized approach.
  • Be fluent in spoken and written English.

It is a requirement that you are enrolled in a university during the whole duration of the internship period in order to be considered for the internship. 

All employees and interns are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 4-6 months subject to study requirements and further dialogue

Work location: Lyngbyvej 100, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, just by Ryparken station

Start date: August 2026. 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/summer 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 upload a cover letter and an updated CV in English (no longer than four pages) 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.  Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 31 May 2026. We expect to conduct interviews in early June online.
 

Further information 

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Global Emergency Advisor Siobhan Luikham at emergencytraining@drc.ngo. We will do our best to respond to as many inquiries as possible.

For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit our website drc.ngo.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.

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