Finance Internship at DRC

Are you looking for an interesting finance internship with of the world's largest NGOs? Then you might be one of our new interns for the spring semester.
 

About the job

The INET Finance, Project controlling and Finance controlling units of the Danish Refugee Council are looking for interns for the spring semester 2027. The tasks include:
 

INET Finance Internship

• Supporting financial audits of projects and interim donor reporting
• Assisting in project closure processes
• Support with budget changes and corrections in our ERP system

Project Controlling Internship

• Supporting in Donor Audit Processes (ECHO, USAID, DANIDA, SIDA)
• Assisting in DANIDA SPA II closure &  III financial coordination
• Helping the Finance project cycle controlling (CFM3 coordination)
• Supporting in inductions

Finance Controlling Internship

• Provide Finance desk support to the country operations, in coordination with the Finance controllers
• Assist with the performance of financial and accounting tasks
• Develop tools (process note, communication tools) to support and standardize tasks/processes
• Supporting in the delivery of Statutory audits materials

Please indicate in your cover letter if you have a preference between the above internship roles

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to bring a curious mindset and an eye for detail. We expect you to be enrolled in a relevant educational program and a strong team player.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

• Have a working knowledge of Excel
• Have good communication skills in English
• Approach your tasks with curiosity and a can-do attitude
• Are proactive, service-minded, and take ownership of your work
• Can handle complexity and work in a structured, solution-oriented way

It is a requirement that you are enrolled in a university or relevant educational program 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: 1 Feb 2027. 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 Winter or Summer party (subject to dates)

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. Please indicate in your cover letter if you have a preference between the above finance internship roles and if you are applying for more other internships with DRC.  Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 19 October 2026. We expect to conduct interviews 26-30 October
 

Further information 

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Marie Vahl, Head of INET Finance unit marie.vahl@drc.ngo or Anastasios Graikos, Head of Project Controlling unit anastasios.graikos@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