Student Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

The regulations is set by the Danish authorities.

agri LIDA welcomes applications from English speaking students, who have not yet graduated. Due to specific Danish authorities regulations, the program cannot accept applications from individuals who have already completed their education at an agricultural college or university.

To be eligible, candidates should have completed at least one semester and must continue to be enrolled as students throughout the internship period. This approach ensures that the program supports those who are committed to their academic journey, providing a practical experience that complements their ongoing education.

You are a student

You must be a student currently attending a recognized agriculture or zootechnical program at a college, university, or vocational school in your country, and have finished at least one semester, in one of the following specialty areas.

    • Agriculture animal husbandry & production (cow and swine production animal breeding management)  
    • agronomy 
    • veterinary 
    • equine 
    • horticulture 
    • forestry.

The internship must also be related to your studie. Additionally, you must maintain your student status throughout the internship period. 

Age:

  • You between age 18 and 29.

You speak English

  •  You have verifiable English language skills (IELTS) at min. 5,5 / B1 IELTS.

In addition 

  • You have the maturity to live in a foreign country, open minded to new cultures.
  • You must have a genuine interest in agriculture.
  • If you have farming expertise from family-related or other farming businesses, it is definitely an advantage!
  • You are enthusiasm and willingness to learn and and have outstanding work ethic.
  • You are team player. You should be able to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment.
  • You have valid international driver’s license type B, is definitely an advantage but not a must! 
  • You are in good health and fit to work.
  • You have sufficient funds to pay the internship abroad costs.
  • You have good budgeting skills to cover day to day expenses when in Denmark.
  • You hold a clear criminal record.
  • and a sense of humor….it goes a long way!

Driving licence

Highly required but not must.

While not all agriculture internships in Denmark require driving license, a good number of them do in practial term. However, letting employers know that you have a driving licence could give you the edge over other international or non-local candidates, is definitely an advantage! 

Skills and experience

Do I need to have lots of experience with farming to be a good fit for the Farm Internship Program?

Not necessarily. BUT…we look for applicants who are quick learners, have an interest in agriculture and have a willingness to learn through experience.  A curiosity and desire to learn about these core elements of the program are essential.

We do appreciate skills in your field of study and real-life work experience of some sort. This is absolutely an advantageous!

English Language requirements

Internships abroad are demanding and you will need to demonstrate that you have a have intermediate to advanced English language skills (IELTS) before you embark on your internship. Wherever you end up working, be prepared to speak English from day one! This requirement is the same for all applicants to our intenships.

You must speak and understand English sufficiently to carry out instructions, to perform internship and training activities, to avoid injury to yourselves and others, and to prevent damage to property.

EU citizens:

If you are an EU citizen you will not need to be granted a residence permit as an intern before coming to Denmark. The work must be part of an educational programme which you have begun in your country. The internship must have a natural relation to your on-going education in your country. You can work in Denmark as an intern for a limited period of time.

Non-EU citizens:

If you are not an EU citizen you need to be granted a work and residence permit as an intern before coming to Denmark. You can be granted a residence and work permit if you wish to work in Denmark as an intern for a limited period of time. The work must be part of an educational programme which you have begun in your country. The internship must have a natural relation to your on-going education in your country.

Third country national (TCN)

Agri LIDA do not accept applying for internship in a country which is not your home country, called a Third Country Applicant. Applicant must be enrolled in an education program in their home country and must apply from their home country.

Good to know

  • INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. WE MUST HAVE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS.
  • We continuously hire interns and welcome applications all year round.
  • In order to qualify, you must respond “Yes” to every question above. If any of the questions above are answered with a “No”, it is advisable to delay your application until all requirements are fulfilled.
  • Even if you meet the criteria mentioned above, remember that an internship is not guaranteed. Each employer has specific eligibility and selection criteria of their own. Sometimes, a background check might be necessary during the hiring process.
  • In certain situations, we are unable to proceed with an applicant’s internship applications as there are no agri LIDA representatives in the applicant’s home country to assist with the process and ensure all necessary in-country support is available for a successful application.
  • The internship aims to improve skills and knowledge in agriculture through a structured program, with the understanding that it is not for employment or immigration reasons.
  • The applicant is responsible for the accuracy of the information provided, and any incorrect or misleading information may lead to legal consequences, such as the refusal of a temporary residence and work permit by SIRI.
  • The agri LIDA fee are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the visa application/case.
  • The applicant must be in good health, free from any conditions that could impair work performance. Withholding information about health issues can result in the cancellation of the internship agreement.