Manufacturing Scientist/Technical Services Intern - Elanco Technology Center (Summer 2027)

Your Role

Manufacturing Scientist/Technical Services Intern – Elanco Technology Center (Summer 2027)

As a Summer 2027 Engineering Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the Technical Services Manufacturing Sciences (TSMS) Lab team at our Elanco Technology Center (ETC), to deliver a practical solution to reducing analytical variability, a manufacturing technical project, or implementation of new lab methods. Interns will have exposure to many career paths and diverse subject matter experts as many projects have network-wide impact.

Your Responsibilities

• Understand the Animal Health Manufacturing process, document using GMP guidelines, and understand the importance of the Quality Unit
• Work within cross-functional teams to implement process or Quality Control lab improvements
• Learn about fermentation, product recovery, product finishing, or quality control
• Study design improvement processes

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Education: Currently enrolled in a Biology (Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or other related) or Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering major
• Top Skills: Experience in Microsoft Suites and a willingness to learn.

What will give you a competitive edge

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Must be able to work exceptionally well independently and with minimal supervision
• Previous laboratory experience

Additional Information

• Travel: 0%
• Location: Elanco Technology Center, Indianapolis, IN

Elanco’s Internship Program

• Our internship program is designed to give students meaningful, hands-on experience as they kickstart their careers.
• Internships are project-based and focused on business-critical needs, giving every intern the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Elanco’s success over the summer.
• At the heart of the experience is our belief that making life better for animals makes life better.

• Internship Dates: May 17th – August 6th, 2027
• Competitive Salary: $20-$40/hour (dependent upon major and year in school)
• Professional Development: Networking events, assigned mentors, and learning resources are provided.
• Housing: Financial support and help securing housing is available
• Future opportunities: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles or additional internships, based on business needs.

Additional information

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