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The Trade Council (TC Canada) is part of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. TC North America’s mandate is to assist Danish companies in expanding or initiating business activities in the North American market. 

The Trade Council (TC Canada) is part of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. TC North America’s mandate is to assist Danish companies in expanding or initiating business activities in the North American market. We partner with companies from the Kingdom of Denmark in a variety of activities ranging from e.g. developing market analysis and entry strategies to partner and customer searches. PR activities, recruiting, creating events, and delegation, as well as first-line sales efforts, are also among our many different tasks.

Are you interested in politics, economics, trade, communication, or culture? The Trade Council of Denmark is looking for new interns to join our teams across North America: Toronto, Chicago, Houston, New York, and Washington D.C. from February 1, 2024. 

 

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Learn more below about available positions at the Trade Council of Denmark in Toronto, open for the period from August 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025.

1. Sustainable Cities and District Energy. Application No.: TC-8

The Position

We are looking for a highly motivated and qualified intern to assist our consultancy team within sustainable cities and district energy in Toronto. You will be an integrated part of the team’s daily work, and will be an important contributor on relevant projects. We aim to provide experience in both project management, as well as, exposure to business development for Danish companies who are interested in expanding their business activities across North America. You will achieve a good understanding of the North American market (US and Canada) with both commercial and public affairs assignments. 

Your internship will consist of, but is not limited to
:
Main responsibility: Support the Advisory Team by carrying out the following activities: 
- Market analysis and research to support market assessments
- Preparation and execution of client meetings (virtual and/or in-person)
- Preparation of market background and value propositions for clients
- Development, coordination, and execution of Danish trade delegations
- Creating and executing ongoing networking events
- Communication: Developing and managing general and sector-specific internal and external communications (e.g. Facebook & LinkedIn posts)
- Ad hoc assistance: Assistance with ongoing activities, incoming/outgoing visits, and practical tasks


The Candidate
- Must currently be enrolled in a Danish educational program with a minimum of a Bachelor Degree (i.e.Business Administration, International Business, or Law)
- Interest in Danish energy solutions from a commercial angle is an asset
- A good team player who's comfortable driving independent projects and taking on responsibility 
- Strong work ethic, analytical skills, and commercial mindset
- Strong experience in Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- As a team, we are measured on customer satisfaction and value creation, so being service-minded and customer-oriented is key

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Helene Scherling Olsen [email protected] or Max Lauretta maslau@um.dk

2. Energy - Hydrogen and Biogas. Application No.: TC-9

The Position

We are looking for a highly motivated and qualified intern to assist our consultancy team within energy (hydrogen and biogas) in Toronto. You will be an integrated part of the team’s daily work, and will be an important contributor on relevant projects. We aim to provide experience in both project management, as well as, exposure to business development for Danish companies who are interested in expanding their business activities across North America. You will achieve a good understanding of the North American market (US and Canada) with both commercial and public affairs assignments. 

 

Your internship will consist of, but is not limited to:
Main responsibility: Support the Advisory Team by carrying out the following activities: 
- Market analysis and research to support market assessments
- Preparation and execution of client meetings (virtual and/or in-person)
- Preparation of market background and value propositions for clients
- Development, coordination, and execution of Danish trade delegations
- Creating and executing ongoing networking events
- Communication: Developing and managing general and sector-specific internal and external communications (e.g. Facebook & LinkedIn posts)
- Ad hoc assistance: Assistance with ongoing activities, incoming/outgoing visits, and practical tasks
 
The Candidate
- Must currently be enrolled in a Danish educational program with a minimum of a Bachelor Degree (i.e. Business Administration, International Business, or Law)

- Interest in Danish energy solutions from a commercial angle is an asset 

- A good team player who's comfortable driving independent projects and taking on responsibility 
- Strong work ethic, analytical skills, and commercial mindset
- Strong experience in Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- As an team, we are measured on customer satisfaction and value creation, so being service-minded and customer-oriented is key 

 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Helene Scherling Olsen [email protected] or Kelly Tai [email protected]

More about the Workplace
Our office is located in the center of Toronto. Toronto is the 4th largest city in North America and is considered the commercial capital of Canada. We are a team of 12 ambitious and competent Canadian and Danish employees. We share office facilities with the Swedish and Norwegian Trade Councils which gives us an inspiring work environment and also generates a number of joint Nordic events. We have a very informal and highly energetic work environment where we continuously strive to empower and support each other; working smarter and having fun while achieving our objectives.

 

Applications

Deadline to submit your application is March 1st, 2024. Apply by sending your application alongside your CV, grade transcripts, and any recommendations to [email protected]The Trade Council only accepts applications written in English. Visit the Trade Council’s website for more information about the workplace.

 

HOW TO APPLY

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