Internship: Procurement Technology, Sustainability & Operations

Internship in Procurement Technology, Sustainability & Operations

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? Then join us at DFDS to get the opportunity to develop professionally and personally in a dynamic, international shipping and logistics company.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.  

In our team, we provide the foundation for an efficient and effective execution of strategic and operational procurement processes – and an internship with us offers exposure to three exciting, interconnected areas:

Procurement Technology

• We ensure the right tools and processes are in place to drive value from our supply chains - through spend and contract management, e-sourcing, and other novel platforms that explore new opportunities. In parallel, we focus on operational efficiency by applying robotic process automation, AI, and integrating supply chain systems.

Sustainable Procurement

• We evaluate our supplier base from an ESG perspective and ensure sustainability is embedded in strategic decision-making. This includes Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting and driving our supply base towards renewable energy usage.

Procurement Operations

• We support our fleet of RoRo and RoPax vessels with purchasing the goods and services they need, ensuring the usage of existing contracts, making the best deals in the most efficient way.  

As we believe in giving our interns meaningful opportunities, you'll work on exciting, challenging projects matching business needs and your interests - giving you hands-on experience in procurement technology, sustainability, and operations, enabling you to make a real impact for procurement and our stakeholders.

Examples of responsibilities: 

• Investigate new procurement technologies and platforms
• Initiate dialogue with suppliers regarding ESG initiatives
• Work on automating business processes and establishing supplier integrations
• Change management activities, and business improvement projects
• Supplier engagement, dialogue, sourcing and negotiation
• Support to Category Manager and Sourcing Manager in e-sourcing and e-auction strategy.

About you

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

Additionally, we are looking for you who has:

• A positive mindset, also in dynamic periods
• A desire to make an impact, share your ideas and learn from others
• An eye for structure and keeping things on track
• Good collaboration skills, excited to contribute to an international organization alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Furthermore, you are:

• Studying BSc International Shipping & Trade at Copenhagen Business School, ready to intern from September 2026
• A natural problem solver, when working individually and in a team
• Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy in your work
• Confident using Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

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

Working at DFDS 

At DFDS, we promote a great workplace with a diverse and vibrant community, and a healthy work/life balance. Our newly built headquarters in Copenhagen is a unique, modern workplace. Here, we enjoy our own game room, fitness & massage, cantina and café, and a rooftop terrace with a beautiful ocean view, all just 5 minutes from the nearest train & metro station.

You'll also get the opportunity to join our student community, where you can participate in social and professional activities, connecting with fellow students from various departments across the organization.

We plan to welcome three interns from BSc International Shipping & Trade in 2026, giving you a chance to join a cohort where you can share experiences, exchange ideas, and grow together throughout your internships.

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're keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.