Internship: Project Assistant (Unpaid)

Salary Unpaid

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark (On site)

Duration: May – September 2026 (Part-time)

Be at the Heart of the Nordic Ecosystem

Are you looking to accelerate your career in the startup world and gain unique insights into the strategy for strengthening the Danish startup ecosystem? TechBBQ has grown into one of Europe’s startup and innovation summits. We aren't just a conference! We are the heartbeat of the Nordic ecosystem, built on values of openness, trust, and meeting at eye level.

Join TechBBQ as a long-term volunteer and work directly alongside our Chief Projects & Strategy Officer!

We are currently looking for a motivated individual who can contribute from Day-1.


Your Role

As Project Assistant to the Chief Projects & Strategy Officer, you will play a key role in supporting one of TechBBQ’s most central functions. You will help keep initiatives on track, ensure stakeholders stay informed, and support the execution of strategic priorities - including partnership development and external relations.

This role is ideal for someone who is sharp, dependable, and thrives in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.


Your Tasks May Include

  • Track initiatives and follow up on action items

  • Coordinate communication across teams and stakeholders

  • Prepare materials, summaries, and updates

  • Support outreach and partner engagement

  • Organize meetings and key activities

  • Conduct research for strategic projects

  • Handle ad hoc tasks as needed


We Are Looking for Someone Who

  • Is fluent in Danish (essential) with a good command of English — both written and spoken

  • Has experience in project management

  • Is structured, organized, and detail-oriented

  • Is proactive, curious, and motivated and enjoys taking initiative

  • Has a genuine interest in entrepreneurship, tech, and innovation


What’s in It for You?

  • A front-row seat to how a leading Nordic organization operates at the executive level

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

  • Access to a strong 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 and 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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