Student Assistant in Global HR Operations

Kickstart Your Career in HR at Topsoe.

The role and impact
As a Student Assistant in Global HR Operations, you will support the team with operational and administrative tasks across a broad range of HR processes. Your work will help ensure a high level of HR support across the Topsoe Group.
Your tasks may include:

• Assist colleagues with administrative tasks to keep daily operations running smoothly
• Maintain and update HR policies, processes, and guidelines
• Prepare and update HR information, including intranet content and presentations
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and support HR-related projects
• Support employee engagement surveys and recurring people processes
• Assist with reporting and reimbursements

You do not need prior experience with every task- necessary training and support will be provided to help you succeed.

What you’ll bring 
We are seeking a curious and motivated student eager to gain hands-on HR experience while studying. You thrive in a team environment, have a strong service mindset, and enjoy making a tangible impact through your work. You are organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Taking initiative and following through on your responsibilities comes naturally to you, and you are enthusiastic about learning how HR operates in a global organization. You are currently pursuing studies in human resources, business administration, law, or a related field, and are ready to apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting. You have a solid foundation in administration, are confident using Microsoft Office, and are open to learning new systems. Clear communication in both Danish and English, written and verbal, is essential.

Why join us
This position offers you the opportunity to gain practical HR experience in a global company with a meaningful purpose. You will collaborate closely with experienced colleagues, take on impactful tasks, and gain valuable insights into operational HR across the employee lifecycle. From your first day, you will be welcomed into a collaborative team where your contributions are valued. We offer flexibility to help you balance your studies with work, and you will develop skills and experience that will support your future career in human resources. At Topsoe, we are united by a passion for solving complex challenges together, fostering an environment where every idea is heard and can drive real change. Join us in shaping a more sustainable future with solutions that matter.

Your new team
You will become part of a team known for close collaboration, a strong service mindset, and a practical approach to getting things done. As the engine room of HR, our team manages many of the processes that support the employee lifecycle. You will work alongside colleagues in Payroll, People Support, and Employment Relations, gaining insight into how human resources support functions across teams and locations, including our People Support setup in Denmark and India.

How you can apply
If you would like to be part of a team of skilled and professional colleagues in an informal organization, please submit your documents in English.

Please contact Maria Lundskær via phone +45 26 46 49 02 or e-mail MLUN@topsoe.com if you want to know more about the position.

Application deadline: 19 October 2026 

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application – just include a few sentences in your CV explaining why you are applying. Please also avoid the use of photos in your CV. Both of these measures are to ensure a fair and unbiased process.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of their gender, age, religion, disability, ethnic background, and geographical location. We encourage individuals from diverse cultures and countries to apply and contribute to our global team.

To ensure a secure and trustworthy work environment, our recruitment process may include background checks, requests for criminal records, and contact with references.

To headhunters: Thank you for your interest in our company. However, we would like to inform you that we have a dedicated internal team managing our recruitment process. We kindly request that you refrain from reaching out to us regarding potential candidates. Thank you for your understanding.

About us 
Topsoe is a leading global provider of advanced technology and solutions for the energy transition. Built on decades of scientific research and innovation, we are working with customers and partners to drive energy resiliency and to achieve their sustainability goals.

We offer world-leading solutions for transforming renewable resources into fuels and chemicals, and we provide technologies needed to produce low-carbon and conventional fuels and chemicals as well as ensuring clean air.

We were founded in 1940 and are headquartered in Denmark, with around 2,500 employees serving customers all around the globe www.topsoe.com.