Volunteering in Denmark Experience Denmark in a whole new way

DIS students can choose to volunteer during their time in Denmark, something which allows them to really engage with the local Danish community – and it may just turn out to be one of the best decisions you can make while studying abroad. Through connections and resources, DIS is able to place students in organizations throughout the greater Copenhagen area. Here you get to volunteer throughout the semester and thereby engage in a meaningful service experience, while giving something back to the community. Additionally it is a great way to meet the Danes.

DIS offers students three distinct volunteering options to choose from:

Cph Volunteers  

DIS is partnered with Cph Volunteers. This is a volunteer squad under the Municipality of Copenhagen's Department of Culture and Leisure and the sub-department of City Development and Events.

By helping Copenhagen host prestigious international events, Cph Volunteers is doing its share to make Copenhagen a better international host city and a more lively and exciting place to live for all its inhabitants. There are many events scheduled over the year and examples of previous volunteer opportunities include: Her Majesty the Queen’s 70th Birthday, Danish Deejay Awards, UCI BMX World Championship and the Copenhagen Fashion Festival.

How do I participate?

As a DIS student you are already a member of CPH volunteers. To participate in an event all you need to do is:

1.  Go to www.cphvolunteers.dk
2.  Check out the event catalogue and find an upcoming event that interests you.
3.  Send an e-mail to info@cphvolunteers.dk to request an event. Be sure to mention you are a DIS student!
4.  Read the Membership Guidelines and wait for instructions from CPH volunteers.

*Please note that many of the events have a limited number of spaces. Requesting an event does not guarantee you space. Request events early and stay tuned for updates about events with open availability. Updates will be included in the DIS newsletter and on facebook.

DIS Volunteer Program

*Please submitt all application materials for the Fall 2012 semester by August 1st.

The DIS Volunteer Program matches you with an organization aligned with your area of interest. Once matched, it is your responsibility to make arrangements for your meeting times. You are expected to meet a minimum of three to five hours a week for the entire semester. This volunteer option is great for someone who is self-motivated and dedicated. Due to the high level of responsibility each student is given in order to maintain on-going relationships with these sites, spots are limited and very competitive. An application and statement of interest must be submitted by the deadline. Interviews are held before a placement is given. A maximum of 25 students are selected each semester. *Priority is given to full-year students. Learn more: DIS Volunteer Program.

Companion Course

To get the most out of the volunteering experience, you are invited to enroll in the three-credit course Service Learning Seminar. Students who enroll in Service Learning seminar are guarenteed a volunteer placement.

Participation in any of the volunteer options will count towards points for the DIS Intercultural Leadership. Click here to read more Intercultural Leadership Award.