About Danish Energy Management

Danish Energy Management (DEM) is an international consultancy operating at the intersection of development aid, climate action, and sustainable energy. We support governments, financial institutions, and development partners in designing and implementing projects that accelerate the green transition while fostering economic growth and improving livelihoods.

Our Global Team collaborates with leading donors and financing institutions, including the World Bank, European Commission, European Investment Bank, African Development Bank, NEFCO, and Danida. Together, we deliver impactful projects in emerging and developing markets, combining climate and energy solutions with strong business and development perspectives.

Your Role

As a student assistant at DEM, you will join an international consulting environment and gain hands-on experience across the project lifecycle from identifying opportunities and developing proposals to supporting project implementation and collaboration with stakeholders.

You will develop insight into how international development projects are structured, financed, and executed, while building skills in research, communication, and coordination.

Key tasks include:

• Identifying and tracking opportunities within international development and donor-funded programs
• Supporting preparation of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) and proposals, including:
• Research on markets, sectors, and development priorities
• Search for international experts and tailor CVs and references
• Contribution to concepts and methodologies
• Preparation of application materials
• Supporting collaboration with international partners and experts
• Contributing to knowledge sharing and maintaining project and partner insights
• Assisting with ongoing project and team activities

The role offers flexibility, and responsibilities can be shaped based on your skills and interests (e.g. regions, thematic areas, or private sector engagement) in dialogue with your mentor and manager.

Your Profile

You are enrolled in a relevant master’s programme (e.g. international business, economics, development studies, political science, or similar) with at least two years remaining.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is motivated by sustainability and global development
• Is curious about international project development and delivery
• Is interested in the commercial aspects of competing internationally
• Has strong analytical, research, and communication skills
• Works in a structured and detail-oriented manner
• Takes ownership and follows through on tasks
• Thrives in an international, collaborative environment
• Is proactive, reliable, and eager to learn

Relevant work experience or international exposure is an advantage but not required.

Fluency in English is required; Danish and other languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience in international consulting and development cooperation
• A relevant skillset within research, communication, and project development
• An international work environment with global clients and partners
• Insight into project design, financing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• A workplace focused on learning, responsibility, and collaboration

Practical Information

• Part-time (15–20 hours/week)
• Location: Aarhus
• Hourly rate: DKK 165

For more information, visit: www.dem.dk/global

How to Apply

Interested in joining us? For questions about the position, please contact Carla Klein at ckl@dem.dk.

To apply, please follow the application link. Applications are managed through our sister company, Spangenberg & Madsen. Applications must be submitted no later than 15 July and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Rikke Stausholm, HR Business Partner, at rista@dem.dk.

We look forward to receiving your application.