Finance Internship at DRC

About the Position

Finance Internship at DRC

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

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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.

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 [email protected] or Anastasios Graikos, Head of Project Controlling unit [email protected]

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

About the Company

Founded in 1956, Danish Refugee Council (DRC) 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 6,000 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.