IDA
- a professional organisation and labour union based on knowledge, networks and the interests of 157,000 members studying or working in STEM
Kalvebod Brygge 31-33 / 1780 København V
CVR: 21465216
Phone: +45 33 18 48 48
Our most important task is to help you...
We want to help you get a working life that is so good you can't stop telling your friends about it. And that there are no barriers for you when starting working in Denmark.
That is why we work hard to figure out what matters for you in your working life as well as social life. And why we have a variety of services to support you in going from a working life and a personal life in balance.
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Career counselling
IDA’s career counsellors ask the right questions to help you determine what your dream job is – and how to get it.
The salary you deserve
We help you get the right salary for your work. You get access to the best salary statistics on the market, along with all you need to prepare for your interview.
Networks
As a member you get access to 70 strong networks. Our largest network is IDA IT with more than 13,500 members.
Cash benefits
Get your hands on cash benefits that could save you more than you spend on membership fees. Fx DKs cheapest insurances.
Security
The job market has become uncertain. But if you risk changes to your terms, our team of legal specialists are here to assist you.
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Get inside knowledge on working in Denmark, the Danish culture and global mindsets
Denmark has no legislation that dictates minimum wage or working hours. Moreover, firing employees is easy and cheap for businesses. At first sight, this may seem like heaven for employers, but these two points are some of the pillars in "the Danish model". A model that has proved to be effective and just as beneficial for employees as for employers.
Basically, the Danish model builds on three pillars that are all fundamental for making the model work.
- Collective agreements between traditional trade unions and employers' organisations
- Tripartite cooperation
- High degree of organisation
We know it is difficult to understand the Danish Model coming from abroad, and that is one of the reasons to belong to a trade union. In IDA we are ready to introduce you to the Danish model, but more important - we navigate and negotiate on your behalf to secure your salary and your contract.
Understanding the workplace culture
Danish working culture is characterised by open and informal dialogue between employees and management. Teamwork plays an important role in many workplaces, and mutual respect and trust are key terms. The hierarchy can seem flat and informal, and it can often be difficult to distinguish managers from employees when looking around in the organisation.
As a member of IDA, you have access to our peer group for foreigners working in Denmark. The peer groups are organised around the country and are a good forum to discuss challenges and concerns with other international professionals who are new to the Danish job market.
Shall we help you to a good working life in Denmark?
We spend on average 39 years of our lives at work. That's why you owe it to yourself to create a working life that sparks joy. And you should ask yourself:
Do I know the workplace culture enough to thrive?
Does going to work make me happy?
And is my salary right?
If you need help to get a good start in Denmark or simply unleashing the full potential of your career, we are ready to assist you with salary statistics, career counselling, networks, cash benefits and much more!
Join now and become a member
you can join IDA if at least one of the following apply
You hold a university degree in IT, technology or natural sciences
For example as an engineer of Master of Science.
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You do not hold a university degree but work in IT, tech or natural sciences
You work at a high level as for example a software developer.
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You hold a university degree and work in an IT or technology company
You do not hold a STEM degree, but work in an IT or tech company.
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Get access to networks and 3,000 annual events
Where do you get guidance and inspiration for your work, or meet the person who can lead you to the next step in your career?
In IDA we take networking seriously. Our networks have always been a core service and free for our members.
By joining our networks, you become part of a professional community with others who share the same passion as you.
That makes IDA's networks an obvious place to go when you are looking for new knowledge.
Update your knowledge and expand your network
As a member you can choose from 52 professional networks. Join networks about building, IT, environment, process, foods, electronics and much more.
Meet other members at IDA's 3,000 annual events
Every year, IDA hosts 3,000 events across Denmark. Join for a chance to gain new insights and meet other members.
Get keynote perspectives at IDA's conferences
Members get discounts on keynote conferences with Danish specialists and international speakers.
In IDA we know that there is a connection between fulfillment in your career and fulfillment in life.
That is why we see it as our most important task to not only help you determine what matters the most for you and your career, but also to help you achieve or sustain the working life you dream of.
As a member of IDA you are entitled to an annual career counselling session with our competent career counsellors. Use the session to discuss well-being, development, ambitions, or any other issue you have on your mind.
Get a working life you love waking up to
Discuss your opportunities with a career counsellor
We help you determine your current challenges and uncover your competencies and strengths.
Update your skills and get ready for a new job
Your competencies determine whether you land your dream job. We advise you on the possibilities of supplementary training.
We assist you in your job search
Is it time to move on in your career? We assist you in writing applications and CVs and prepare you for your interviews.
Are you getting the right salary? As a member of IDA, you get free access to our most valued services: The salary statistics and the salary calculator.
The two tools show what others with your experience and profile get paid. That knowledge strengthens your position as you approach your next salary negotiation.
And if you need help preparing for the salary negotiation, you can always make use of our career counsellors or attend one of our popular salary negotiation courses.
Don't miss out: Get the salary you deserve
Find the right salary level with IDA's salary statistics
Our salary statistics includes salary data from the entire industry. That makes it indispensable if you dream of a higher salary.
Do your colleagues have better terms than you?
A good salary is more than what pays the bills. Use IDA's guide to employment terms to compare fringe benefits such as extra holiday, working hours, overtime pay etc.
Let us prepare you for your salary negotiation
Do you find it hard to put a price tag on your work? Sign up for one of our popular salary negotiation courses and become prepared to negotiate.
Salary problems? Contact IDA's legal advisors
Have you not received the right salary, or are you suffering a pay cut? IDA's legal advisors help you get the salary you deserve.
You get 3 months for free and your membership is non-binding. You can cancel your membership after your free trial. If you choose to continue your membership, the fee is DKK 293 per month before tax deductions.
Get access to counselling, tools and benefits now
Vidste du, at du kan prøve alle medlemsfordelene fuldstændig uforpligtende?
Du får 3 måneder gratis og kan til enhver tid stoppe dit medlemskab, hvis du ikke ønsker at fortsætte efter den gratis periode.
Fortsætter du med alle fordelene som medlem, betaler du 293 kr./måned før dit skattefradrag.
Are you prepared in case your terms of employment are changed against your will?
When you are a member of IDA you can leave the legal issues to us and focus on your work.
Our legal advisors can assist you in matter regarding you contract, clauses, illness, and termination. That way you can avoid unpleasant surprises.
Avoid nasty surprises: We review your contract
IDA's legal advisors can read through your contract to make sure it does not contain hidden clauses, and that your terms of employment are fair.
Get counselling about salary and employment
IDA's members get personal counselling from our legal advisors to make sure you are prepared for your next salary negotiation.
Feel secure if you are dismissed or fall ill
We can help you in the event of unjust dismissal or if your terms are negatively affected by illness, stress or maternity/paternity leave.
Feel secure in your job with IDA's legal advisors
As a member of IDA you get access to a variety of cash benefits through which you can save more than what you pay in membership fees.
Do as 100,000 other IDA-members and buy your insurances from IDA Insurance. Many members save more from doing so than they spend on their membership fees.
In addition, you can pick from our solid and growing range of cash benefits.
Save money for you and the whole family
Do as 100,000 others. Save money on your insurances
In IDA Insurance, there are no shareholders receiving dividends, only 100,000 members benefiting from our favourable prices.
Save on your purchases with Forbrugsforeningen
Receive discounts in 4,000 shops with a membership to Forbrugsforeningen. You will save on clothing, shoes, electronics or DIY centres.
Get extra discounts on popular sites
Your IDA-membership also gives you access to discounts on brands as ECOOKING as well as Boozt.com, great meal deals and many webshops.
Take the family on an adventure with a discount
Save on tickets to LEGOLAND, Tivoli, Bonbon-Land, Universe Science Park, Danmarks Tekniske Museum, and Tivoli Friheden with an IDA discount.
Get ready for your next career stage
IDA’s career counsellors ask the right questions to help you determine what your dream job is – and how to get it.
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Get the salary you deserve
We help you get the right salary for your work. You get access to the best salary statistics on the market, along with all you need to prepare for your interview.
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Get a professional network
As a member you get access to 70 strong networks. Our largest network is IDA IT with more than 13,500 members.
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