Intern, Data Governance Policy

Pandora; København; On-site; DKK 156,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3‑month internship

15–20 hours/week

Copenhagen office

International team

Job summary

Pandora is seeking a structured Data Governance Intern to join the Strategy & Data Governance team in Copenhagen for a 3‑month internship. You will help operationalise governance policies and documentation across the organisation in an international, collaborative environment.

The role focuses on translating governance frameworks into clear policies, working with stakeholders, and delivering practical governance content, playbooks, and guides while gaining hands‑on experience in data governance

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Strong interest in governance, compliance, or data/AI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to structure and simplify complex topics with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft operational data governance policies, standards and procedures.
• Translate governance principles into actionable guidance for stakeholders.
• Create and structure governance documentation and playbooks.

Skills

Strong written & communication skills

Structure and simplify complex topics

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business, Economics, Law, IT, Data, Governance

Job description

• Roles & responsibilities (RACI)

Do you want to be part of the world’s leading jewellery company while gaining hands‑on experience in data governance and policy development? If yes, then we might have an exciting opportunity for you.

Pandora is looking for a structured and curious Data Governance Intern to join our Strategy & Data Governance team in Copenhagen for a 3-month internship. You will work in an international and collaborative environment, contributing to how data and AI governance are operationalised across the organisation.

Role Purpose

The intern will support the Data Governance team in developing and operationalising governance policies and standards. The primary focus of this role is to translate governance frameworks into clear, structured, and practical operational policies and documentation, ensuring they are easy to understand, implement, and adopt across the organisation. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in data governance, policy design, and organisational transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance Policy Development
• Support drafting of operational governance policies, standards, and procedures
• Translate governance principles (e.g. accountability, data quality, metadata, privacy) into clear, actionable guidance
• Structure content in line with internal policy frameworks and templates
• Documentation & Structuring
• Consolidate existing governance materials into consistent, structured documents
• Ensure alignment with:
• Data Governance Policy
• AI Governance and related frameworks
• Global policy standards and templates
• Maintain version control and document clarity
• Process & Operating Model Support
• Help document governance processes, including:
• Roles & responsibilities (RACI)
• Workflows and operating procedures
• Governance lifecycle steps
• Support the creation of “how-to” guides for stakeholders
• Simplification & Communication
• Convert complex governance concepts into simple, easy-to-read content
• Support creation of:
• Playbooks
• Quick guides
• SharePoint / intranet content
• Ensure policies are accessible for non-technical audiences
• Research & Benchmarking
• Conduct research on governance best practices and policy design
• Support alignment with regulatory expectations (e.g. data protection, AI governance)

Key Deliverables (During Summer Period)

• Draft of Operational Data Governance Policy
• Supporting procedures and work instructions
• Simplified guidance materials for business users
• Structured governance documentation aligned to internal frameworks

Qualifications & Skills

Education

• Currently studying (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in:
• Business, Economics, Law, IT, Data, Governance or similar
• Strong academic interest in governance, compliance, or data/AI

Skills

• Strong written and communication skills
• Ability to structure and simplify complex topics
• Attention to detail and document quality
• Analytical and organised approach

Nice to Have

• Exposure to:
• Data governance / data management
• Policy writing or documentation
• AI or digital transformation topics

Personal Attributes

• Structured and detail-oriented
• Curious and eager to learn
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Comfortable engaging with multiple stakeholders

What This Role Offers

• Hands‑on experience in building governance from the ground up
• Exposure to enterprise data & AI governance frameworks
• Opportunity to contribute to real, business-critical deliverables
• Strong foundation for future roles in data, governance, or consulting

Additional Information

• This is a 3-month internship
• You are expected to work 15 – 20 hours on a weekly basis
• Start date: 15/9 or 1/10
• Please note: You must be enrolled as an active student at a recognised educational institution for the duration of the internship and have the legal right to work in Denmark throughout the internship period.

Did we get your attention?

We hope you got all your questions answered and feel confident applying for this position. If you see yourself in the role and would like to become a part of Pandora’s future, please do not hesitate to apply! We are an international team, so please make sure to send us your application in English to be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you! You can also read more about Pandora on our corporate site www.pandoragroup.com.

Icing on the cake

You will be working out of our beautiful Digital & Technology Hub in Copenhagen, in a rapidly growing environment of highly skilled and experienced colleagues, which is a key initiative that goes along with Pandora’s experience & ambitions .Besides our beautiful interior design, we are also proud of our LEED Gold Certification for Energy and Environmental Design. This means that we use as few natural resources as possible and that we use them with respect. The result is a professional and dynamic space that is unique, comfortable and inspirational – and delivers a true Pandora experience to anyone who works here or comes to visit.

About Pandora

Pandora is the world's largest jewellery brand, specialising in the design, crafting and marketing of accessible luxury jewellery made from high-quality materials. Each piece is created to inspire self-expression, allowing people to share their stories and passions through meaningful jewellery. Pandora jewellery is sold in more than 100 countries through 7,000 points of sale, including more than 2,800 concept stores.

Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Pandora employs around 39,000 people worldwide and crafts its jewellery with 100% recycled silver and gold. Pandora is committed to leadership in sustainability and has set out to halve greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2030. Pandora is listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen stock exchange and generated revenue of DKK 32.5 billion (EUR 4.4 billion) in 2025.