Project Assistant Intern/ volunteer

Salary Unpaid

THE PULSE OF INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE NORDICS!

Are you looking for new opportunities to gain hands-on experience in project management while expanding your professional network? Become a long-term intern/volunteer as a Project Assistant for TechBBQ’s Life Science project!

We are currently looking for motivated individuals to join our team from March 1st, contributing 15 to 25 hours per week until the end of September.

Since 2013, TechBBQ has worked to support and strengthen the Nordic ecosystem for entrepreneurship and innovation, rooted in the core Nordic values of openness, inclusion, trust, and collaboration. TechBBQ is Scandinavia's largest startup & innovation summit!


Your Role:

As a Project Assistant for TechBBQ’s Life Science project, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful planning and execution of one of the most exciting and impactful industry tracks at TechBBQ 2025. You will gain valuable insights into event management, stakeholder relations, and project coordination within the Nordic Life Science startup ecosystem.


Your Tasks May Include:

  • Coordinating project planning and execution across multiple initiatives

  • Organizing and developing the pitch competition

  • Managing exhibitor campaigns and investor initiatives

  • Engaging with stakeholders, including startups, partners, and investors

  • Assisting with event logistics, planning, and execution

  • Supporting floor and stage management during the Summit

  • Reporting and post-event evaluation

  • Handling various ad hoc tasks


We Are Looking for Someone Who:

  • Is motivated, proactive, and eager to learn

  • Is an excellent communicator both in writing and in person

  • Works in a structured and organized manner

  • Has experience in project management and/or event planning

  • Knowledge of stakeholder engagement and partnership management

  • Has a passion for entrepreneurship and innovation


What’s in It for You?

  • Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment

  • The opportunity to develop new skills and grow professionally

  • Access to an extensive network of startups, investors, and industry leaders

  • Direct involvement in one of Scandinavia’s largest innovation events

  • A chance to celebrate your hard work at TechBBQ’s legendary afterparties!


Interested? Apply Now & Join the TechBBQ Team!

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Flexible working hours
Flexible working hours

Free coffee / tea
Free coffee / tea

Near public transit
Near public transit

Social gatherings
Social gatherings

Free friday beers
Free friday beers

Pet friendly
Pet friendly

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Working at
TechBBQ

TechBBQ is the quintessential and largest startup and innovation summit in Denmark and Greater Copenhagen in September. Meet your future customer, investor, co-founder, employer or employee. Explore new technologies and the companies that make them a reality and give yourself the opportunity to get that one special meeting, the one you did not know you needed.We're a Danish non-profit organisation established in 2012.

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