Intern for Public Affairs

Do you want to test yourself in Public Affairs in one of Denmark's largest business organizations? Now you have the opportunity to become part of an ambitious team that works at the intersection of politics, business and advocacy. As an intern in Landbrug & Fødevarer's Public Affairs department you will have a diverse daily life where you are close to decision-makers and the political agenda.

About the job

We are in the midst of a number of major political agendas that affect the entire food industry – not least the continued implementation and follow-up on the green tripartite agreement. At the same time we follow the development in the local tripartite where municipalities, businesses and organizations must translate the green tripartite into concrete restructuring plans and projects.

In spring 2027 there will also be focus on the entry into force of the new nitrogen regulation, the work with future pig production and a new food policy strategy. As an intern you will have the opportunity to assist the work – including political follow-up, analysis, stakeholder management and communication. You will also support our work with navigating the new political landscape – nationally and in the EU – so the food industry remains strong and heard in political processes.

Your tasks

As an intern in Public Affairs you will be involved in many diverse tasks, e.g.

• Research for political proposals, analyses and notes
• Preparation of material for management, chairmanship and PA consultants ahead of meetings with ministers, members of parliament, civil servants and companies
• Notes and input to the political work in L&F and the Parliament
• Contributions to planning and execution of political events and network meetings
• Assist with day-to-day operations and ongoing ad hoc tasks in the department

About you

We imagine that you

• Have an interest in politics and societal conditions – preferably with political acumen and flair for understanding the actors at Christiansborg and in the political landscape
• Are thorough, structured and can work independently with your tasks
• Are curious about how political agendas develop and realize in close cooperation with companies and organizations
• Thrive in an environment with many diverse tasks and deadlines
• Have good written skills and can communicate complex topics in a simple and easy-to-understand way

Your field of study is not decisive – perhaps you study political science, law, economics, rhetoric, international business and politics or something completely different. The most important is that you are motivated by political advocacy, the food industry and want to learn more about Public Affairs in practice.

About us

Landbrug & Fødevarer takes social responsibility and has with the green tripartite committed to creating a greener Denmark while we develop our food production.

We represent the entire value chain from soil to table – from farmer to food company. The food cluster supports over 180,000 jobs and exports for 200 billion kroner annually, which contributes significantly to the Danish economy and the cohesion between land and city. We work with all aspects of the value chain and with important topics such as climate, environment and business policy, ensuring a Denmark without large geographical differences.

We operate daily in the political system at both national and European level, just as we have a close dialogue with our many local associations and some of Denmark's largest companies. We have over 20,000 members – both farmers and companies – spanning from conventional and organic farming to plant-based foods, energy production and biosolutions. We work every day to ensure that all perspectives are heard and included at town halls, on Slotsholmen and in Brussels.

The Public Affairs team consists of 8 engaged colleagues, who work closely with management and the chairmanship as well as our many members and political stakeholders. We are a department with room to breathe, high professionalism and good humor.

We offer

• An internship program with insight into political processes and advocacy at a high level
• Coaching and learning in a strong Public Affairs environment
• An program where you work closely with our experienced advisors and have the opportunity to develop yourself within advisory and strategic communication. We closely follow your development in ongoing 1:1 conversations between you and your supervisor.
• An inspiring office community at Axelborg in Copenhagen

Practical

As an intern you will be employed on a full-time contract and thus have a unique opportunity to try your hand at the house's different deliveries on a daily basis. As an intern you receive financial compensation. The internship program must be transferable as credit to a relevant higher education.

Application

Send your application and CV via the link. We read applications continuously.

Application deadline

25 October 2026

Contact person

Niels Balling, Special Adviser in Public Affairs

Tel.: 26 47 49 65

Email: [email protected]

When we recruit in Landbrug & Fødevarer we first and foremost value your professional qualifications and your personality. But we are also a workplace with room for differences and we view diversity as a strength. Therefore all with the right competences are encouraged to apply - regardless of ethnic origin, religion, gender identity and age.

The Danish food industry has a vision to be climate-neutral in 2050. Together with our members from agriculture, food and the agro-industry, we will show that there is an economically sustainable path to a climate-neutral food production. As a representative for the entire food cluster, supporting 180,000 jobs and annual exports of 200 billion kroner, we represent a value chain with weight and will to find solutions to the world's climate challenges in close collaboration with the rest of Denmark.

Location

Copenhagen V

Application deadline

25 October 2026 If you have questions, you are welcome to contact

Niels Balling

Senior Adviser

[email protected]

+45 26 47 49 65