Communication Optimization Student/Intern

Salary Competitive

Do you have an interest in startups and want to dive deeper into the Danish ecosystem? Are optimizing workflows and communication streams your thing? Then you might be who we are looking for! At Canute, we help Danish tech startups expand internationally. We do this, among other things, through intensive 3-day market-entry programs abroad in; London, New York, Stockholm & Berlin. Founders gain invaluable market insights and a local network which otherwise would take months to build!


We are looking for a diligent student to start an (unpaid) internship this fall'20 semester with possibilities to continue as a (paid) student worker, or start as a student worker asap with possibilities to do an internship in the Spring'21 semester.


Your tasks as Communications Optimization student worker/intern will primarily be assisting with:

  • Optimizing and automating digital platforms, integrations and smart ways of setting up external communication flows (Asana, Hubspot, Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Contractbook, Wagtail - our website CRM system).

  • The creation and curation of email campaigns and SoMe content

  • Communication flows with startups, partners and speakers around events and programs

  • Managing social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram) with a data driven approach

  • Helping with the planning and hosting of Canute events in Denmark and Programs abroad.

  • Ad hoc tasks as required


We are looking for someone who:

  • Has excellent communication skills in English (Danish preferred), required for internal and external communication.

  • Has affinity with startups/the startup ecosystem and thrives in a fast-paced environment

  • Natural talent for understanding and running digital communication platforms

  • Is outgoing and like to meet people and build network.

  • Has a strong hands-on approach and like to be involved in a wide range of tasks

  • Isn't afraid of more practical tasks during events and programs


The ideal candidate is creative, proactive, and eager to put their own thoughts and ideas into practice. You are currently studying, ideally a degree in marketing, communication, branding, or similar, at master’s level. Similar work experience is an advantage, but not necessary. 


In return, we offer:

  • Responsibility with interesting challenges and a steep learning curve.

  • A network of ambitious people, entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

  • Being part of a young and driven team with interest in entrepreneurship, tech, innovation and international growth of Danish companies.

  • A good platform to build networking and professional opportunities.

  • Working from the amazingly centrally located Matrikel1 office.

  • Joining our Canute market-entry programs in New York, London, Stockholm and/or Berlin!


For more information or questions please contact us at ellen@canute.io or phone number 42611801

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Free lunch
Free lunch

Enjoy a free catered lunch with your colleagues, every day.

Flexible working hours
Flexible working hours

Time is precious. Make it count. Morning person or night owl, this job is for you.

Free coffee / tea
Free coffee / tea

Get your caffeine fix to get you started and keep you going.

Near public transit
Near public transit

Easy access and treehugger friendly workplace.

Social gatherings
Social gatherings

Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.

Free friday beers
Free friday beers

Friday is something special, let's enjoy a beer together.

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Working at
Canute Aps

We are made for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs. We make Danish tech startups succeed globally, by providing three-day market entry programs in London, New York, Berlin and Stockholm in which we take a group of high-growth tech startups with us to meet all relevant actors for their international expansion; from lawyers to accelerators, from sales advisors to Vcs. In three days, they gain essential market knowledge and create an invaluable local network for their international scaling journey that otherwise would take months!

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