Are you ready to learn and grow in the world of global trade?
As part of NORDEN’s purpose to enable smarter global trade, we are invested in a continued development of the maritime industry. Therefore, we are continuously looking for future colleagues who are eager to learn, grow and contribute to the ever-evolving world of shipping.
As we celebrate and welcome diversity, we offer three different paths to shape a solid shipping foundation, depending on your educational background and preferred ways of learning. All of which you will get the chance to test theory in practice in a culture that values curiosity and leverages challenges to fuel personal and professional growth.
You can either initiate your career as a Student Assistant, Shipping Trainee or an Intern. Below you can read more about the different opportunities in NORDEN.
All three opportunities offer you a structured and tailored programme that gives you insights into the world of global shipping and trade by exploring different business areas, projects and clients. You will be paired with a dedicated manager, mentor and buddy – all experienced shipping professionals who will guide you on the way, provide you with feedback, encourage you to work independently and help you grow in your role.
With offices all around the world, your network will grow significantly and you will become part of a multicultural, informal and social environment with colleagues and counterparts.
We asked our current Trainee, Daniel Visby Brændstrup, to share a piece of his Traineeship so far: “What surprised me most was how much trust and autonomy I was given. I quickly learned that at NORDEN, Trainees are valued and empowered to make a difference. The most surprising part to me is how quickly you become part of the team and are trusted with meaningful work. You’re not just observing; you’re contributing to the company’s success from day one.”
If you have any questions regarding the programmes, please reach out to hr@norden.com.
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As we celebrate and welcome diversity, we offer three different paths to shape a solid shipping foundation, depending on your educational background and preferred ways of learning. All of which you will get the chance to test theory in practice in a culture that values curiosity and leverages challenges to fuel personal and professional growth.
You can either initiate your career as a Student Assistant, Shipping Trainee or an Intern. Below you can read more about the different opportunities in NORDEN.
All three opportunities offer you a structured and tailored programme that gives you insights into the world of global shipping and trade by exploring different business areas, projects and clients. You will be paired with a dedicated manager, mentor and buddy – all experienced shipping professionals who will guide you on the way, provide you with feedback, encourage you to work independently and help you grow in your role.
With offices all around the world, your network will grow significantly and you will become part of a multicultural, informal and social environment with colleagues and counterparts.
We asked our current Trainee, Daniel Visby Brændstrup, to share a piece of his Traineeship so far: “What surprised me most was how much trust and autonomy I was given. I quickly learned that at NORDEN, Trainees are valued and empowered to make a difference. The most surprising part to me is how quickly you become part of the team and are trusted with meaningful work. You’re not just observing; you’re contributing to the company’s success from day one.”
If you have any questions regarding the programmes, please reach out to hr@norden.com.
Student assistants (Copenhagen specific)
Are you studying a bachelor’s or master’s degree, but eager to get started with a life-changing career, then join a relevant student job within one of our various business areas at our Copenhagen office. Typically, this opportunity arises in one of our many support teams such as Finance, IT, Legal, Procurement, Risk Management and HR.
The common working hours as a Student Assistant is around 15 hours a week - as we acknowledge and support that your studies are of high priority during your employment in this position. We are flexible in times of exams and when longer or shorter breaks from school occurs. We also expect a degree of flexibility the other way around.
Our search for Student Assistants depends on the business needs and recruitments take place continuously during the year.
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The common working hours as a Student Assistant is around 15 hours a week - as we acknowledge and support that your studies are of high priority during your employment in this position. We are flexible in times of exams and when longer or shorter breaks from school occurs. We also expect a degree of flexibility the other way around.
Our search for Student Assistants depends on the business needs and recruitments take place continuously during the year.
Shipping Trainees
NORDEN’s Shipping Trainee Programme offers you hands-on experience across commercial and operational areas of our business. In addition to your on-the-job training, you will be enrolled in the Danish Shipping Education, providing you with a solid theoretical foundation in the field of shipping, while building strong relations to other Shipping Trainees from all over the world.
The programme starts in September and runs for two years. Typically, you will be assigned one team for the first year and rotate to another team for the second, while continuously gaining knowledge of other parts of the business. We always strive to personalise the programme to align with your interests and NORDEN’s business needs, offering a tailored learning experience.
When the job advertisement is active, you will be able to see the requirements for the Trainee positions and information on which business areas and offices that are looking for Trainees. During the recruitment process we investigate which area is the best fit for you.
The recruitment process of new Shipping Trainees begins in January of each year.
Learn more about the Danish Shipping Education
The programme starts in September and runs for two years. Typically, you will be assigned one team for the first year and rotate to another team for the second, while continuously gaining knowledge of other parts of the business. We always strive to personalise the programme to align with your interests and NORDEN’s business needs, offering a tailored learning experience.
When the job advertisement is active, you will be able to see the requirements for the Trainee positions and information on which business areas and offices that are looking for Trainees. During the recruitment process we investigate which area is the best fit for you.
The recruitment process of new Shipping Trainees begins in January of each year.
Interns (Copenhagen specific)
If you study International Shipping and Trade at Copenhagen Business School (CBS), a 9-month internship at the NORDEN Copenhagen office will be your stepping stone for a career in shipping. As an Intern, you will become a valued team member of a commercial, technical or analytical team while continuously gaining knowledge of other parts of the business. Your mentor will challenge, guide, coach and ensure that you continue to fulfil the curriculum set by CBS. As an add-on, it is possible to write your thesis on a subject related to our business, allowing you to deepen your expertise while contributing to meaningful work.
When the job advertisement is active, you will be able to see which teams that are looking for Interns. During the recruitment process we investigate which team is the best fit for you.
The recruitment process of new Interns begins in October of each year and is complete before the Christmas Holidays. The internship programme officially starts in September, but you have the opportunity to join us in June as a Student Assistant during the summer.
Learn more about BSc in International Shipping and Trade
When the job advertisement is active, you will be able to see which teams that are looking for Interns. During the recruitment process we investigate which team is the best fit for you.
The recruitment process of new Interns begins in October of each year and is complete before the Christmas Holidays. The internship programme officially starts in September, but you have the opportunity to join us in June as a Student Assistant during the summer.
The expected recruitment process
The recruitment process is simple: one interview with a department Head and our Talent Acquisition Partner or the HR Business Partner. Beforehand, you will complete a personality and cognitive assessment, which we will discuss during the interview.
We are all about diversity, and we encourage everyone who is qualified to apply.
Check our open positions on an ongoing basis.
We are all about diversity, and we encourage everyone who is qualified to apply.
Meet our people
Pernille Christina Stentoft
Data Scientist, Advanced Analytics and Digital Solutions
Shipping may be known as a conservative business, but NORDEN highly appreciates “new” knowledge and implementing modern methods.
Henrik Røjel
Head of Fuel Efficiency and Decarbonisation
I can make good use of both my engineering skills as well as working with data to generate value for the business.
Viviane Da Rocha Gonçalves
Head of Dry Cargo, Brazil
NORDEN is a company ahead of its time as it recognises and rewards talent and performance and supports more women in shipping.
