Global Talent Programme

Source: https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/incoming-students/global-talent-programme Parent: https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/incoming-students/exchange

The DTU Global Talent Programme gives outstanding undergraduate students the opportunity to spend one or two semesters in Denmark (available for both Spring and Fall semesters), gaining hands-on experience in a world-class research and innovation environment. During the programme, you will:

Work on real research projects within DTU departments or take part in internships with companies in Denmark. Example areas: Biotechnology, Bioprocessing, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics and Autonomous Systems, Healthcare Technology, Sustainable / Green Technologies, Engineering Design & Innovation, Data Science and AI, Medical Devices, and other STEM-related fields
Enhance your academic, professional, and intercultural skills
Shape your future studies and career
If you are not selected for a project or internship, you can sign up for courses at DTU, gaining valuable academic and international experience

Why Join the Programme?

By participating in the DTU Global Talent Programme, you will:

Gain international academic or industry experience in Denmark
Develop practical skills through projects or internships
Strengthen your academic and professional profile
Build a valuable international network and enhance intercultural skills

Who Can Apply?

You are eligible if you:

Are a top 10% undergraduate student in your 3rd or 4th year
Are nominated by your home university based on grades, extracurricular activities, and relevant experience. Please note that your home university must be part of DTU’s alliances and strategic partnerships (see the full list of universities here, excluding the Global Bioeconomy Alliance). Our strategic partner universities can nominate their students here.
Can commit to one or two semesters
Have a background in STEM-related fields
Possess strong English skills (proven by a high English proficiency test score)

What DTU Provides

DTU supports you with:

Placement matching according to your interests and competence profile
Guidance on housing and residence permits in Denmark
A strong social, cultural, and professional framework, including networking and social activities
Opportunities for supplementary academic elements, such as coursework and DTU supervision (where applicable)
Guest student enrollment at DTU, allowing you to take DTU courses alongside your internship or research project, or as a full academic track if not selected for a project or internship

How to Apply

For the Fall Semester

Key Dates and Steps:

1 March: Internship postings become available on DTU’s Career Hub. When creating your account, please follow the step-by-step guide and ensure that your profile is set up correctly to access DTU Global Talent Programme internship postings.
15 April: Nomination and application deadline.
April - May: Interviews
May: Final selection and confirmation of participation
Start date: End of August 2026

Internships - Global Talent Programme

Internships currently posted on DTU Career Hub:

For the Spring Semester

Key Dates and Steps:

1 June: Internship postings become available on DTU’s Career Hub. When creating your account, please follow the step-by-step guide and ensure that your profile is set up correctly to access DTU Global Talent Programme internship postings.
15 August: Nomination and application deadline.
August - September: Interviews
September: Final selection and confirmation of participation
Start date: End of January

Next Steps After Application

Participate under your university’s exchange agreement
If applicable, join as an Erasmus+ Traineeship student
DTU will confirm your participation and provide further guidance

Any questions?

If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Mathilde Lubones Meilstrup, International Programme Manager, mlume@dtu.dk.