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Work and Career

Kick-off your future and career during your studies by learning Danish, getting a part time job or acquiring other skills relevant to the job market.

As a student at Aarhus University you have access to both the local Career Service Centre at your faculty and to career programme for all international students at Aarhus University.  




For students from India

At our pages for students from India, you can read more about scholarships, housing and connect with AU students from India.





Working in Denmark after your studies Denmark is often said to be the happiest country in the world. Ghina Septia Filiana thinks she knows why after spending three years in the country. Originally from Indonesia she came to study at Aarhus University and she has now settled in Denmark and started a career at the world leading pump solutions company, Grundfos. And she intends to stay in Denmark.

Working while studying

International students in Denmark have the right to work while you live here. Many students in Denmark hold a part-time job. If you are from India and a non-EU citizen, you may work in Denmark for up to 20 hours a week and full-time during June, July and August. 





Working in Denmark

After having completed a full degree from Aarhus University why not stay in Denmark and look for a job?

Indian students who have been granted a residence permit to complete a higher educational programme in Denmark automatically get a 3-year job-seeking period after graduation with their study permit. 
Graduates can apply for a work permit without limitations, even without a job offer if they wish to work unlimited hours outside of June, July, and August.

The excellent stay-back options are a perfect opportunity for Indian graduates to explore job opportunities in Denmark and pursue career aspirations.






Many Indians are now choosing Denmark as their new home not only for studying but also for work. In 2022 alone, there was a remarkable 73 percent increase in Indians moving to Denmark for employment, with approximately 2,800 individuals making the country their new home. This surge can be attributed to Denmark's low unemployment rate and excellent work-life balance, which make it an appealing destination for many.


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