Manufacturing Scientist/Quality Control Chemist Intern (Summer 2026)

Job Description

Elanco is seeking a Manufacturing Scientist/Quality Control Chemist Intern to join their Animal Health Manufacturing Lab team for a summer internship in 2026. This role involves working on projects to reduce analytical variability, improve manufacturing processes, and implement new lab methods.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical engineering, or related engineering fields
• Experience with Microsoft Suites
• Demonstrate laboratory/manufacturing experience
• A willingness to learn

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

Benefits

• Employees at Elanco are often offered competitive compensation with annual bonus and equity eligibility, retirement plans (including a U.S. 401(k)), and comprehensive health coverage—medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability—and even pet insurance. Time-off and flexibility typically include generous PTO, U.S. mid-year and year-end paid shutdown weeks, parental leave, and flexible/remote work options. Employees also benefit from strong development programs (onboarding, course libraries, mentorship, nine ERGs, and tiered leadership programs) that support both professional growth and community involvement.