Studying, learning and building what’s next. Meet Janko. 👋
For Janko, moving to Denmark wasn’t a spontaneous decision. It was something he’d imagined doing since he was 14.
Growing up in Germany, his fascination with Denmark started with a trip to Copenhagen and kept growing. He learned the language, crossed the border regularly while studying in Flensburg and eventually chose the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense for his Master’s in Strategy and Organisation.
There was another reason SDU stood out too: its connections with the LEGO Group.
“I always wanted to work at the LEGO Group, so the opportunity to hear directly from LEGO® colleagues through guest lectures was really interesting to me.”
Today, that ambition has become reality. Alongside his studies, Janko works approximately 15-20 hours a week as part of our Digital Technology Student Worker Programme.
Learning by doing
Janko joined the programme looking for something that would take him beyond what he already knew.
“As a business student, I saw it as an opportunity to apply the knowledge I’d gained from my studies and internships in an area I’d only partly explored before: technology. I really love a challenge, so being able to contribute what I already knew while learning new things really appealed to me.”
One of the experiences he’s most proud of so far was contributing to the Copilot rollout earlier this year.
“It was an exciting experience where I learned a lot about Digital Product Management, working with different stakeholders across the business and supporting the adoption of new technology.”
His involvement also gave him the chance to better understand how colleagues were adopting Copilot and support data-driven decision-making.
Where theory meets the real world
Working alongside his studies means Janko gets to experience some of the theories he learns at university coming to life.
“Models and theories are essential for understanding how things could work. But there are so many factors that influence what happens in practice. That’s what makes experiencing the difference between theory and real working life so interesting.”
His studies in organisation design have helped him think about decision-making during technology rollouts and supporting colleagues through change. And his Project and Portfolio Management module has given him tools he can apply directly to his work.
Making work and study work together
Combining a Master’s degree with a role in Digital Technology means finding the right balance. For Janko, flexibility makes that possible.
“I have flexibility around when I work within the expected number of hours per week. If I need to focus on exams, I can communicate that with my colleagues and focus fully on my studies when needed, while still delivering at work.”
Part of the team from day one
Ask Janko for his favourite part of being a student worker, and one thing stands out: the people.
“What I appreciate most is that student workers are trusted with meaningful responsibilities. We’re encouraged to participate actively, contribute our own perspectives and really become part of the team.”
And for other students thinking about building their career in Denmark, particularly those coming from abroad, Janko’s advice is simple:
“Go for it! Even if you feel like you’re not good enough for the position, you’re here to learn, develop and grow. Everyone has to start somewhere.”
He also recommends keeping your application personal: think about why you genuinely want the role, what you can bring to the team and let your personality come through.
Just imagine building your digital future whilst studying.
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