COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH INTERN - (STUDENT INTERNSHIP) - DENMARK

Updated: Jan 1

START DATE: JANUARY 2025

CLOSING DATE: 13TH OF JANUARY 2025

Founded in 2009, International School of Hellerup (formerly

Østerbro International School) 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 fulfill their human potential to become purposeful life-long learners and responsible global citizens.

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

To apply:

Please email your CV and cover letter in english to the attention of the Middle School Principal, Monica Coburn, at jobs@ish.dk and include REF: www.ibschooljobs.com - Application for position as in the subject line of the mail.

Application deadline:

Candidates are welcome to apply now. Applications will be reviewed from January, with interviews starting after 13 January. The position will remain open until filled, and early applications are encouraged.

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