Do you study International Shipping & Trade at Copenhagen Business School, and are you looking for an internship where you can set direction and create valuable impact? Join us to deepen your knowledge in procurement and supply chain in a dynamic international company.

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Internship: Direct Procurement

The Procurement department is a strong, integrated business partner, focused on developing and creating sustainable solutions for our customers, stakeholders, and procurement in general. With broad exposure to the entire business, you’ll have the opportunity to impact tasks and outcomes in close collaboration with the wider organisation and team.

Direct Procurement focuses on sourcing the critical goods that keep our vessels running, such as fuel, spare parts, technical equipment, and port-related agreements. As we are on a transformative journey to decarbonise our fleet and operations, our team also works with strategies to support our transition from fossil to green, sustainable fuels.

As we believe in giving our interns meaningful opportunities, you’ll work on exciting and challenging projects that match both business needs and your personal interests, giving you hands-on experience in the field of procurement. You will also have opportunities to explore how AI and digital tools can improve procurement processes, market intelligence, and decision-making.

Examples of responsibilities

• Spend and supplier analysis

• Market research

• Change management activities and business improvement projects

• Participation in contract negotiations

• Supporting Category Managers and Sourcing Managers in running projects and tenders

• Driving an identified project according to our 7-step procurement process

About you

Are you eager to deepen your knowledge of direct procurement, and do you have a strong work ethic and passion for learning? Then this internship is for you!

Additionally, we are looking for someone who has:

• A positive mindset, also during dynamic and fast-paced periods

• A desire to make an impact, share ideas, and learn from others

• An eye for structure and keeping things on track

• Strong collaboration skills and excitement about contributing to an international organisation alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds

Furthermore, you are:

• Studying BSc International Shipping & Trade at Copenhagen Business School and ready to start your internship in September 2027

• A natural problem-solver who works well both independently and as part of a team

• Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy in your work

• Confident using Microsoft 365 tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint

• Curious about AI and digital technologies, and interested in how they can improve procurement and business processes

We believe the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting perspectives, varied skills, and strong personalities bring out the best in all of us, and we cannot wait for you to join us.

Working at DFDS

We promote a great workplace with a diverse and vibrant community. Our newly built headquarters in Copenhagen offers a unique and modern working environment. Here, we enjoy our own game room, fitness facilities and massage services, canteen and café, and a rooftop terrace with a beautiful ocean view, all just five minutes from the nearest train and metro station.

You’ll have the opportunity to join our student community, where you can participate in social and professional activities while connecting with fellow students from various departments across the organisation.

We plan to welcome three interns from BSc International Shipping & Trade in 2027, one in Direct Procurement, one in Procurement Technology, Sustainability & Operations, and one in Global Customer Service Ferry, giving you the chance to join a cohort where you can share experiences, exchange ideas, and grow together.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now.

If you think your personality, skills, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply as soon as possible, as we are keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

For questions regarding the recruitment, please contact metboes@dfds.com.

We look forward to hearing from you.