Student Assistant – Business Case Team

At COP, we’re here to unlock the full potential of offshore wind to power the world, and there’s no time to waste. As part of our team, you’ll work on market‑leading projects with some of the most experienced and passionate people in the industry. Together, we get stuff done and own the impact of our work, with respect and safety always at the core.

Founded in 2015, we are the exclusive offshore wind development partner to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, the world’s largest dedicated fund manager within greenfield energy investments. So, if you are ready to go further than you ever imagined, we are eager to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

The Role

We are looking for a Junior Analyst (Summer Placement – Full Time) to join our UK Business Case Team in Edinburgh for a 4‑month period between May and September. This is a great opportunity for a student who wants hands‑on exposure to renewable energy, project development, and commercial analysis within a fast‑moving team that supports investment decisions across COP’s offshore wind portfolio.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Business Case Support: Assist in preparing early‑stage business case inputs for offshore wind and adjacent technologies (assumptions gathering, data entry, preparing comparison tables, structuring key inputs).
• Financial Modelling Inputs: Support simple modelling tasks such as updating assumptions, preparing input sheets, validating numbers, and organising datasets for more senior analysts to use.
• Market & Policy Research: Conduct desk research on UK and European offshore wind markets, supply chain developments, policy updates, grid infrastructure, seabed leasing rounds, and competitor activities.
• Data Organisation: Help structure, clean and maintain internal files, libraries and inputs (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), enabling the team to access consistent data quickly.
• Slide Preparation: Draft simple, clear PowerPoint slides summarising analysis, research findings, maps, charts or project updates for internal discussions.
• Valuation & Screening Assistance: Support early opportunity screening by gathering site data, compiling benchmarks and preparing standardised templates.
• Ad‑hoc Support: Assist the team during peak workload periods (AR8 preparation, M&A activities, auction work, or cross‑team coordination).
• Internal Coordination: Help prepare documentation for meetings, keep trackers updated, and support general team organisation.

This is a hands‑on learning experience where you will gain exposure to how commercial decisions are formed in large‑scale renewable energy projects.

Your Experience

We are looking for motivated students who are curious, analytical, and keen to learn from experienced professionals in the offshore wind sector. Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, business, finance, engineering, energy, or a related field. Have a strong interest in renewable energy, especially offshore wind, energy markets, valuation, project economics or strategy. Possess strong analytical and quantitative skills, with a good grasp of Excel and the ability to work with numbers confidently. Are comfortable handling multiple smaller tasks and can manage your time efficiently. Have good research and synthesis skills, able to turn information into clear summaries. Are proactive, curious, and willing to take ownership of tasks, even when they are small but important. Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team. Are available full‑time and able to work in Edinburgh throughout the placement period.

What Is It Like To Work With Us

We are proud of the unique career opportunities we offer and have taken great care to build a culture that supports our ambitions. By joining us, you will:

• Be at the heart of the action: Work on projects that shape the future of our evolving industry, collaborating with industry leaders and influencing change on a global scale.
• Be encouraged to be brave: Move at pace, make bold decisions, and drive the energy transition forward.
• Be trusted to thrive: Work with autonomy in a diverse, respectful, and empowering environment where contributions are valued and your growth matters.

What You Can Expect

• Competitive salary and benefits package adapted to market.
• Flexibility and autonomy – The freedom to shape your workday to balance professional and personal commitments.
• Career growth and development – Learn from industry leaders, take ownership of your career path, and be exposed to the full offshore wind project lifecycle.
• International exposure – Work across multiple markets, engage with global stakeholders, and build an international network of industry leaders.
• Global and inclusive culture – Join an international team where diverse perspectives are valued, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.

We kindly ask that all applications be submitted in English, as only applications in English will be considered. We will conduct ongoing interviews; therefore, early application is encouraged. As a part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable recruitment process, we request that you do not include a personal photo on your CV. If you have any questions concerning this position, please contact recruitment@cop.dk. We will handle your information with confidentiality and handle all personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice.

Please Note: We unfortunately are not considering staffing agency inquiries or submissions for open opportunities for our team. We appreciate your respect for our current approach and if future opportunities arise where we require external assistance, we will reach out to selected agencies directly.