Are you a student in Finance, Procurement, Strategy, Law, or a related field? Are you looking for an immersive learning opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge in a practical environment, alongside professionals from diverse backgrounds and nationalities? If so, consider applying to our Finance, Procurement, Strategy, and Law Talent Pipeline, and be considered for various positions across Novo Nordisk that are not publicly advertised.
Take the first step towards a transformative career – apply today and embark for a life-changing career with us!
Student Assistant Opportunities in Finance, Procurement, Strategy, and Law
Join our dynamic team as a Student Assistant and contribute to various departments within our business. These roles are centered around supporting corporate functions and are primarily located at our headquarters just outside of Copenhagen. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the globe, including regional offices and production sites. As part of a diverse team, you'll work alongside professionals such as accountants, legal advisors, GMP experts, and IT consultants.
The Finance, Procurement, Strategy, and Law Talent Pipeline offers Student Assistant positions in the following areas:
Business strategy development and execution
Supply Chain Management
Business intelligence
Data Analytics
Global legal affairs support and advising
Legal governance and compliance
Market research and customer insights
Brand strategy development
Project management
Student Assistant Position Details
A Student Assistant role at Novo Nordisk is between 8-20 hours per week, with most positions requiring 10-15 hours, mostly on-site. We provide flexibility to meet your educational responsibilities as we recognize the value of your study.
Important Information
Relocation: Novo Nordisk does not cover relocation costs.
Work Permit:
EU Students: A work permit is not required. However, you will need to provide a study permit from your university during the recruitment process.
Non-EU Students: A work permit is required. You will need to provide a study permit from your university during the recruitment process. Our mobility team will support you further with issuing a work permit. The cost of the work permit is covered by Novo Nordisk.
Pipeline Scope: This pipeline is relevant for all open positions related to the fields and areas mentioned, in Denmark and onsite for 2025.
Student Status: You need to be an active student to apply. You can apply to more than one pipeline.
Qualifications
You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the following or other relevant fields, education, with at least 12 months remaining in your studies:
Finance (Accounting & Investment)
Law
Procurement, Strategy, Supply Chain
Business Administration
Management
International Economics
Global Business Engineering
Economics
We are seeking Student Assistants who are eager to learn, able to manage their time effectively and have some experience in their field. The ability to work with various stakeholders is a plus.
Fluency in English is a requirement, and your CV must be submitted in English.
Benefits of Joining the Novo Nordisk Talent Pipeline
Most of our Student Assistant positions are filled through our Talent Pipelines. By joining, you'll be considered for numerous positions that aren't publicly advertised. If your profile matches a position, we'll invite you for an interview with the hiring manager.
You'll remain in the Pipeline for up to 6 months unless you choose to withdraw. After 6 months, due to GDPR, we close the pipelines and notify all active candidates, providing a link to reapply to our new Talent Pipelines.
Tips on Preparation, Processes, and Timelines
Research: Novo Nordisk mission and values. Identify areas that match your skills.
Resume: We recommend preparing a well-structured CV and cover letter tailored to the specific role or roles you are interested in.
Timelines: The application process typically involves initial screening and interviews, with timelines varying based on the position and department.
Prepare for Interviews: Be ready to discuss your academic projects, internships, and how they relate to the position you are applying for. Use the STAR method to frame your experiences.
Application Checklist
Ensure your profile is “unlocked” and visible to “Novo Nordisk Recruiter Worldwide”
Describe your motivation, areas of interest, and graduation date
Upload your diplomas or current study records
Submit your CV in English
Working at Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company with a 100-year legacy of driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases. Building on our strong legacy within diabetes, we are growing massively and expanding our commitment, reaching millions around the world and impacting more than 40 million patient lives daily. All of this has made us one of the 20 most valuable companies in the world by market cap. Our success relies on the joint potential and collaboration of our more than 61,000 employees around the world.
We recognize the importance of the unique skills and perspectives our people bring to the table, and we work continuously to bring out the best in them. Working at Novo Nordisk, we're working toward something bigger than ourselves, and it's a collective effort. Join us! Together, we go further.
Together, we're life changing.
Contact
For any queries, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at student-intern@novonordisk.com. In case you need more details, please check at Student Assistants at Novo Nordisk.
Deadline
18 May 2025
To ensure fair and efficient processing, please do not include a photo in your CV.
Note: You need to be an active student to apply. You can apply to more than one pipeline.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.