Career Launch Denmark
Are you a new, international graduate with a background in STEM or a related field? Are you looking to start your career in Denmark? Join our voluntary job search program and get to know Danish companies and workplaces.
Over a series of workshop sessions, you gain insights into topics such as recruitment, job interviews and working life in Denmark.
You get to meet companies and international professionals who have already built their careers in Denmark and hear about their experiences.
The programme is designed to help you get closer to the Danish job market, expand your knowledge of potential employers and take the next step in your career.
How to apply
Apply using the form form below, no later than September 23, 2026.
Conditions for applying
- You are a member of Akademikernes A-kasse and/or IDA
- You have an international background
- You are a new graduate with an education within STEM or similar
- You must be unemployed or work part time
We screen applications.
Program
All workshops and company visits take place from 9-12.
Different companies participate in each workshop. Check the programme to see which ones are included. The programme is updated regularly.
Week 1:
October 6: The Danish Job Market and Company Culture
Many people new to Danish workplaces notice that even in flat organizational structures, messages can sometimes be interpreted differently than intended.
In this workshop, we will explore these dynamics in a practical and accessible way. We look at cultural dimensions and discuss possible reasons behind common misunderstandings in a workplace setting.
The aim is to support a clearer understanding of these aspects and offer tools you can use in future situations as a helpful resource for anyone preparing for a career in Denmark.
Workshop presenter
Heidi Ås, Business Developer in IDA with focus on internationals, who have many years of experience with intercultural collaboration in a Danish setting as well as a lot of insights on internationals in Denmark, not least regarding insight in the reality of IDA members' working life.
October 7: Skills and Motivation
Putting your skills and motivation into words is a key part of your job search. We’ll focus on how to do this and help you get one step closer to your first job.
We are joined by the company Another Consulting Firm.
Workshop presenter
Jannik Talleruphuus
October 8: Use AI in your Job Hunt
AI can assist you in your job hunt, both as a co-writer of your application and as an assistant who helps you practice for the job interview. This workshop gives you hands on and useful tips and tricks for using AI effectively on your job search.Workshop presenters
AI expert (name TBA), and Jannik Talleruphuus, career conultant
Week 2
October 12: Workshop
TBA
October 14: Company Visit
We visit a company to gain insights into Danish work culture, recruiting and how best to launch your career in Denmark.
October 15: How to Use Your Network
Networking can be a powerful tool in your job search. But how do you get started? In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use and expand your network.
We will dive into:
- What networking really is – and why it works,
- How to activate and use your existing network in your job search, and
- How to approach and build new connections in a natural and professional way.
You don’t need to be outgoing or already know the “right” people.
This workshop will give you insights and hands-on tools to help you get started – in a way that suits you.
Workshop presenter
The seminar is facilitated by career consultant Emilie Lindquist from IDA. It's a mixture of theory, tools and exercises. You'll meet an international guest who will tell his story on how to use and build your network in Denmark and a company representative, who will tell you why networking is important in your professional career.
Week 3
October 20: The Job Interview
You have made it to the job interview.
It's time to prepare thoroughly so you can present yourself with confidence and make a strong impression.
A job interview is more than a discussion of your CV. It is your chance to highlight your professional qualifications, explain your motivation, and show who you are as a colleague and potential employee. Careful preparation can have a significant impact.We are joined by the company Novosensis.Workshop presenter
Jannik Talleruphuus, career consultant, Akademikernes A-kasse
October 22: Presentation Techniques
In this workshop, you learn how to prepare an effective presentation and what to expect during the interview process. We will also cover what you can do after the interview to leave a positive and professional impression.
You get the opportunity to try out your presentation and get feedback from an experienced HR professional.
Workshop presenter
Danny Bukh Almstrup, Head of Karriere og HR at Pharmadanmark
October 23: What’s next? Your Job Search Strategy
Plan your next move and get equipped to stick to your plan.
Workshop with career consultants from DTU, Aalborg Univeristy, Copenhagen University IDA, and Akademikernes A-kasse.