Manufacturing Scientist/Quality Control Chemist Intern
Elanco
Fort Dodge, IAFresher59m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
As a Summer 2027 Quality Control Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the Animal Health Manufacturing (AHM) Lab team at the Fort Dodge, Iowa manufacturing plant. The internship focuses on delivering practical solutions to reducing analytical variability, undertaking manufacturing technical projects, or implementing new lab methods. Interns will gain exposure to diverse subject matter experts and career paths, with projects often having site-wide impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Understand the Animal Health Manufacturing process.
- Document processes using GMP guidelines.
- 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.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Education: Currently enrolled in an Engineering major including (but not limited to) Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process.
- Top Skills: Experience in Microsoft Suites and a willingness to learn.
Qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work exceptionally well independently and with minimal supervision.
Additional Information
- Location: Fort Dodge Manufacturing Plant, Fort Dodge, IA
- Travel: 10% to corporate facility in Indianapolis, IN for opening/closing.
- Internship Dates: May 17th – August 6th, 2027
- Salary: $20-$40/hour (dependent upon major and year in school)
- Professional Development: Networking events, assigned mentors, and learning resources provided.
- Housing: Financial support and help securing housing available.
- Future Opportunities: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles or additional internships.