COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH INTERN - DENMARK

CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED STARTING DATE: TBA

Description of School:

Founded in 2009, International School of Hellerup is a not-for-profit IB Continuum World School in Copenhagen offering IB Programmes from Pre-K - Grade 12. Our mission is to provide the highest quality education in a student-centered environment by empowering individuals to fulfil their human potential to become purposeful life-long learners and responsible global citizens.

Description of Position:

Communications & Outreach Intern (Student Internship) 

International School of Hellerup (ISH) is seeking a motivated university student to join our Outreach & Communications Team as an unpaid intern for 5–6 months. This hands-on role offers real-world experience in school communications, marketing, and community engagement within an international IB World School environment serving over 700 students from 70+ nationalities in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Duration: 5–6 months

Start date: Flexible

Commitment: Minimum 3 days per week (ideally full-time)

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark

This internship is ideal for students studying Communications, Marketing, Media, International Relations, Education, or similar fields who are eager to gain professional experience in an international education setting.

Key Responsibilities

The specific responsibilities for this internship will be tailored to the candidate’s profile, strengths, and areas of interest. Interns will be assigned a focused set of tasks that allow them to make meaningful progress and develop professional competence in selected areas.

Depending on the candidate, responsibilities may include:

• Creating or supporting content for social media, newsletters, or the school website

• Assisting with photography, video, and storytelling projects

• Supporting the planning and communication around school events and outreach initiatives

• Assisting with digital communications, including basic website updates

• Contributing to specific projects within marketing, branding, or community engagement

• Supporting SEO optimisation and website performance improvements

The final task portfolio will be defined in collaboration with the selected intern to ensure alignment with their goals and ISH’s priorities.

Who We Are Looking For

You are:

• A current university student (or recent graduate)

• Interested in communications, marketing, education, or international environments

• A strong communicator in English (written and spoken)

• Creative, proactive, and well-organized

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

• Interested in gaining experience in an international school setting

• Experience with social media, graphic design tools, photography, or video editing is a plus, but not a requirement.

Why Join ISH?

• Be part of a dynamic, internationally minded IB school community

• Gain meaningful, hands-on experience in communications and outreach

• Collaborate with passionate educators and professionals

• Develop professional skills in a supportive and innovative environment

• Receive mentorship and exposure to international education

Application for Position:

The position commences in 2026 and applications are welcome forthwith. To apply, please email your CV, cover letter to jobs@ish.dk.

Please note that we will continually evaluate applications and interview candidates. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.

www.ish.dk