Mechanical Engineer Intern

Mechanical Engineer Intern

Step into a hands-on role where you'll design mechanical solutions for cutting-edge aseptic production equipment used in manufacturing sites across the globe. From 3D modelling and prototyping to test of new solutions that reach patients worldwide, this internship offers real engineering challenges and the chance to work with advanced technologies from day one.

Your new role
As our Mechanical Engineering Intern, you'll support the development of mechanical solutions that enable current and future aseptic production equipment to meet even higher performance standards. Working alongside experienced mechanical engineers and aseptic manufacturing specialists, you'll be part of a team that innovates for global impact. The internship typically lasts 5–6 months.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Generating ideas and designing mechanical solutions for advanced aseptic production systems
• Creating 2D and 3D models using CAD software
• Testing and prototyping solutions, including hands-on work with 3D printing
• Contributing to solutions that are implemented in production sites around the world (Denmark, China, Brazil, France, and the US)
• Collaborating with academics, technicians and external development partners across different disciplines and countries

Your new department
In Global Manufacturing & Supply, we cover the full value chain from drug and device development to marketed Novo Nordisk products. We are more than 30,000 colleagues across the globe with the shared responsibility of scaling molecules, processes, devices, and products, dedicated to supplying life-saving medicines to the patients who need them most.

You'll join the Mechanical Engineering Team in Aseptic Manufacturing Science and Technology, Technology Development and Innovation, based in Lyngby. This 14-person team innovates, develops and implements technologies and manufacturing solutions for production sites worldwide. Known for being inclusive and supportive, the team guarantees exposure to exciting challenges, development opportunities, and comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

Your skills & qualifications
We're looking for a Mechanical Engineering Intern who is passionate about innovation and development of complex mechanical solutions. To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Completed the first part of a technical academic degree,  e.g. Mechanical Engineering (specific educational requirements to be confirmed with your educational institution)
• Strong interest in complex technical challenges and advanced mechanical solutions
• An analytical and innovative mindset with a passion for technology development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to navigate among global stakeholder interests
• A team-player mentality – outgoing, eager to search for opportunities, and ready to collaborate
• High motivation and the ability to work in a fast-paced international environment
• Fluency in English

Working at Novo Nordisk
Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer
At Novo Nordisk, you'll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary and Benefits: If allowed by the educational institution from where the Intern is enrolled, the monthly salary is fixed. The monthly base rate is DKK 15,900 plus a pension scheme (currently 10% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution).

More information
For further information, please contact hiring manager, Director, Benny Matthiassen on phone: +45-34485997

Deadline
14 June 2026

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, however, please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.

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Novo Nordisk is not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunities for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we're life changing.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.