Are you looking for an exciting internship opportunity with a large, global NGO - and are you interested in protection of refugees and displaced persons and their rights? Then you might be our new Intern for the Fall 2026 semester.
About the job
The Intern will be a part of the Global Protection Team (GPT) and support the Team’s work on knowledge and information management, development, communication and dissemination of global Protection policy, standards and guidance, and the delivery of thematic events and training.
Under the guidance of GPT colleagues, the intern will support 1) Knowledge, information management and documentation (30%); 2) Contribute to the development and rollout of policies and guidance (30%); and 3) Contribute to preparation and delivery of thematic and learning events (40%).
The tasks will include, but will not be limited to:
Information and Knowledge Management
- Support with Information management, including analysis and surveys targeting protection colleagues
- Support the GPT knowledge management, including repository of policies, standards, and guidance and the Protection Sector’s intranet and website page.
Development and Rollout of Protection Policies & Guidance
- Contribute to the development and support GPT communication and rollout of protection policy & guidance efforts, including Protection Glossary and service descriptions / definitions
- Contribute to the development and/or rollout of protection policy and guidance (e.g. Child Protection and Centrality of Protection).
Preparation and Delivery of Thematic & Learning Events
- Support the development of webinars, trainings and meetings on Protection components
- Contribute to preparation and delivery of thematic learning events, incl. the 3-day annual DRC Global Protection Network Meeting and training
- Support with coordinating GPT administrative tasks, including bi-monthly meetings.
About you
To be successful in this role we expect you to communicate clearly and be able to engage with colleagues from different cultures. We are looking for an intern who thrives working as a part of a team and who is able to work independently and handle challenges in a constructive and positive way.
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.
Moreover, we also expect the following:
- Currently studying at BA or MA level
- Interest in humanitarian work, forced displacement, human rights and protection work
- Creative competencies and ability to think outside of the box, to identify and develop engaging and stimulating channels through which to communicate to different target groups
- Analytical skills and ability to grasp and communicate abstract concepts.
- Show attention to detail and commitment to delivering products of high quality
- Be proactive, open-minded and flexible towards the different tasks assigned to you, including being willing and interested in undertaking other ad hoc tasks, as required
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.
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: June 15, 2026. We expect to conduct interviews at the end of June.
Further information
For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Brennan Webert, brennan.webert@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.