The Position
Do you want to help place Denmark at the forefront of the global debate on the consequences of technology for society and foreign policy?
With offices in Copenhagen and Silicon Valley, the Tech Ambassador of Denmark and the surrounding global team contribute to rethinking the traditional way of conducting diplomacy. As a first-mover, Denmark and the TechPlomacy initiative have attracted significant national and international attention.
The TechPlomacy team’s location in Silicon Valley provides unique access to one of the world’s most dynamic and innovative ecosystems. You will have the opportunity to engage closely with some of the world’s leading tech companies, think tanks, elite universities, and representations of other influential countries. In addition, you will gain insight into the political agenda surrounding the transformative impact of technology and digitization on Denmark and the international community.
Your Role
As a Political Intern, your primary focus will be to support the team with analysis and the planning and execution of specific TechPlomacy projects, while gaining insight into modern diplomacy in an innovative and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze current and future technology trends and their impact on Danish society, politics, and the economy
- Contribute to the Tech Representation’s work with implementing the strategy for Denmark’s technological diplomacy
- Support the development, planning, and execution of specific Tech Diplomacy projects
- Assist with cultivating and maintaining the Silicon Valley network through participation in events and meetings with leading tech companies, international organizations, and university environments
- Conduct research and prepare input and draft material for mission reports
- Take part in the preparation of incoming and outgoing visits, including ministerial visits and the Tech Representation’s international consultations
- Answer inquiries and assist with the preparation of internal and external meetings
What Do We Expect from You?
The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and the ability to understand complex foreign and technology policy issues. You approach assignments with curiosity, structure, and initiative, and are comfortable working towards tight deadlines.
You are able to formulate and communicate complex messages clearly in both English and Danish. As part of an agile unit, it is important that you actively contribute ideas and are able to execute them effectively.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. However, the position is particularly aimed at students within the social sciences or candidates with experience from government agencies or political organizations.
Some positions receive a high number of first-priority applications. To improve your chances, we encourage you to apply to several positions and locations that match your interests.
