Are you eager to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of strategic planning, business growth, and organisational leadership? Join our Executive Office as a Strategy & Business Development Coordinator and contribute to high-level initiatives and relationship development that shape the future of our organisation. 

Reporting directly to the Executive Office, this internship provides a unique opportunity to support management on strategy and business development activities and offers valuable insights into the day-to-day management of an international business. You will work alongside senior leaders and help drive projects that influence our organisational direction and decision-making. 

Organisation Overview 

World Climate Foundation (WCF), headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, is a global non-profit organization that connects leaders from business, government, finance, and civil society to accelerate action on climate change, biodiversity, and health. 

Through high-impact platforms such as the World Climate Summit (WCS) and the Climate Investment Coalition (CIC), WCF fosters cross-sector collaboration to scale solutions aligned with the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We are working alongside inspiring leaders from government, business, financial institutions and civil society that are leading the way and shaping our future. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Your tasks will include, but are not limited to: 
• Strategic Planning Support: Assist in the development, review, and refinement of strategic initiatives and goals.
• Presentation & Proposal Development: Assist in creating and refining executive-level presentations, business proposals, and briefings for stakeholders and partners. 
• Board & Advisory Committee Support: Help identify, research, and coordinate outreach to potential board and advisory committee members; maintain updated rosters and documentation. 
• Meeting Management: Support the planning and execution of strategic meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, taking detailed minutes, and tracking follow-up actions. 
• Stakeholder Communication: Draft communications and briefing materials for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent messaging. 
• Project Coordination: Collaborate across departments to help manage the timeline, deliverables, and progress of strategic initiatives. 
• Administrative & Operational Support: Provide ad hoc support for the Executive Office as needed to ensure smooth daily operations. 

Required Qualifications 

• Current student or recent graduate in Business, Economics, Management, or a related field 
• Strong interest in strategic planning, business development, or organisational leadership 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, evolving environment 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Teams and SharePoint 
• Professional demeanour and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information 
• Experience with project management is a strong asset 
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and propose solutions proactively 
• Fluency in Danish and English 
• Prior internship or project experience in strategy, consulting, business development, or executive support is a plus (but not required) 

What You Will Gain 

• Real-world experience in business strategy and executive operations 
• Exposure to leadership decision-making processes and high-level organisational functions 
• Insight into the inner workings of mission-driven organisation 
• A supportive and inclusive team culture 
• A professional reference upon successful completion of the internship

Location

• This internship is on-site at the World Climate Foundation’s headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark. 
• The office is located near the waterfront and just a short walk from the colorful Nyhavn.
• Interns will work closely with team members in a friendly office environment and may have opportunities to participate in relevant meetings and activities held in Copenhagen  

Duration and Time Commitment 

The internship is offered for a period of 6 months, starting in August or September 2025. It is a full-time position. 

Compensation 

Internship level remuneration offered 

Application Process 

Please send your application in English, consisting of a CV (max 2 pages) and a cover letter (max 1 page), to recruitment@worldclimatefoundation.org with subject “Strategy & Business Development: Internship”. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, no later than 30 July 2025, at 12:00 CET. Interviews will be conducted over July and August 2025. 

Please note that, due to legal requirements, applicants must hold EU citizenship or a valid EU residence permit, as well as a valid Danish work permit. Unfortunately, applications that do not meet these criteria cannot be considered.