Manufacturing Scientist/Technical Services Intern - Fort Dodge, Iowa (Summer 2027)

Your Role

Manufacturing Scientist/ Technical Services Intern - Fort Dodge, Iowa (Summer 2027)

As a Summer 2027 TS/MS Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the Animal Health Manufacturing (AHM) Lab team at our Fort Dodge, Iowa manufacturing plant, 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 path s and diverse subject matter experts as many projects have site-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 quality control, fermentation, product recovery, product finishing, or companion animal packaging
• Study design improvement processes

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Education: Currently enrolled in an Engineering major including (but not limited to) Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process
• Top S kills: 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

Additional Information

• Travel: 10% - to corporate facility in Indianapolis, IN for opening/closing
• Location: Fort Dodge Manufacturing Plant, Fort Dodge, IA

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 1 7 th - August 6 th, 2027
• Competitive S alary: $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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