Danske Commodities

Before becoming a student employee at Danske Commodities, Marie Frandsen had assumptions about what working in the energy sector might be like (corporate, competitive - maybe even a bit daunting?). Little did she know that the perfect role was waiting for her working with people development in our People & Culture team.  

Get to know Marie – and get an insight into what it’s like to work as a student at Danske Commodities – below.  
 

Employed since 

June 2023 

What’s a fun fact about you? 

I used to be an elite swimmer. 

What is your background? 

I always knew I wanted to work with people. But I didn’t realise that a job in the energy sector would be a perfect fit. I started as a student worker at Danske Commodities when I began my master’s in business psychology. Through my position in People & Culture, I’ve gained experience across the entire people development field and confirmed that the most important thing for my work life is that I’m making a real difference when I go to work." 

Why did you want to work at DC? 

I was on the lookout for a versatile job that would allow me to work with a range of people development tasks – most importantly, a job where I could gain responsibility early on. I got that from day one in my role as Junior People Development Specialist in our People & Culture team. 

What do you do in your position? 

I’m naturally structured, which is why I manage the DC University course program, offering 40 courses every six months. Additionally, I work on everything from career development to supporting our diverse people development initiatives. 

What does a typical workday look like? 

Every day, my tasks are diverse and, for me, the perfect combination of administrative responsibilities and development tasks. Through my work, I have a wide range of contacts, and I enjoy being in touch with many different people throughout my workday. 

What is the best part of your job? 

From day one, I felt my colleagues trusted me and my abilities. 

 And when they believed I could succeed, I did too. That’s how I quickly grew with the responsibility I was given. The right tasks, combined with the right opportunities, make me certain that I’m exactly where I’m meant to be. 

Want to join DC? 

Find our open positions at: https://danskecommodities.com/vacancies