Career and job fairs in 2025-2026
Finding your dream job in Denmark is easier with a hands-on approach through a job or career fair. Need inspiration in your quest for the right workplace? We've gathered the upcoming career and job fairs in Denmark in a single article.
Getting work in Denmark
Often associated with H.C. Andersen and his 'Little Mermaid', Denmark is often portrayed as a fairy tale kind of place. Denmark is first and foremost a socially balanced and progressive society - and a great place to start your career.
5 common mistakes in job searching in Denmark
Being an international is tough, especially in Denmark. We have to learn not only the culture and language but how to go about job searching in Denmark. I understand this feeling being an American and living in Denmark. It has had its challenges, especially in finding your dream job while living in a foreign country.
Walk like a Dane, talk like a Dane
Entering a new workplace for the first time can be a daunting prospect anywhere but it is likely to be even more so as an international in Denmark.
Graduate success
How do you make your work interesting and speed up your progression towards the bigger projects and the freedom to pursue your own business ideas?
A Guide For The Storm
We’ve spoken to the people in the know about the crucial things to be aware of as an international student, job hunting in Denmark. Here is their key advice to all your questions.
12 negotiation tips
Be sure to start off on the right foot, when you and a prospective employer are sitting at the negotiating table. Here is our guide on how to do it.
Writing applications
Here are some quick tips to try and ensure your application is at the top of the pile. The advice here will very likely apply to all applications for a job you’ll ever make whether it is a solicited or invited application, for a student or graduate position and in Denmark or elsewhere.
Secure the best contract
Achieve the employment terms you dream of - with a little homework before negotiations.
The Law of Jante
Getting a good job in your field of expertise can be quite challenging for internationals in Denmark. Luckily, there is knowledge, which can help you to better navigate the landscape of Danish jobs. One of the biggest factors is the so-called Law of Jante, which you can get a quite thorough intro to here.
Managing your interview nerves
For some, being nervousness can be so strong at interview that it can seriously impair their performance. This need not be the case. Lykke Pedersen, MSc., gives advice on how to get your nervousness to work for you.