Intern - Packaging Development (m/f/d)

Elanco; Monheim; On-site; EUR 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco invites motivated students to join the Packaging Development team in Monheim as an Intern (m/f/d). You will support ongoing packaging development projects and assist in testing, evaluation, and documentation to ensure medicines reach pets and livestock safely and effectively.

Your hands-on internship will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams within the R&D Packaging Development department, with potential for Master’s thesis supervision.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Packaging Technology (Verpackungstechnik).
• Proactive “can-do” attitude with a strong interest in the technical aspects of packaging.
• Good technical skills and a structured way of working.
• Fluency in German language and good English skills.

Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to ongoing packaging development projects.
• Assist in the execution of technical tests and the evaluation of packaging materials and systems.
• Documentation: Support the documentation of test results and technical specifications.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand the lifecycle of pharmaceutical packaging.

Skills

German language fluency

English language skills

Education

Packaging Technology (Verpackungstechnik)

Job description

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Intern Packaging Development (m/f/d)

At Elanco, we provide those who raise and care for animals with the tools they need to help animals live healthy, productive lives. We are looking for a motivated and curious student to join our Packaging Development team as an Intern Packaging Development (m/f/d) in Monheim. The Packaging Development Team is part of the global acting Technical Development organization within R&D. You will support the team in developing, testing, and evaluating packaging solutions that ensure our medicines reach pets and livestock safely and effectively. Master’s thesis supervision is potentially available following the internship.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Project Support: Actively contribute to ongoing packaging development projects.
• Testing & Evaluation: Assist in the execution of technical tests and the evaluation of packaging materials and systems.
• Documentation: Support the documentation of test results and technical specifications.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand the lifecycle of pharmaceutical packaging.

What You Bring

• You are currently enrolled in a degree program in Packaging Technology (Verpackungstechnik).
• You have a proactive “can-do” attitude and a strong interest in the technical aspects of packaging.
• Good technical skills and a structured way of working.
• Fluency in German language and good English skills

Why Elanco?

• Gain experience in a global, purpose-driven company.
• Work in a supportive environment where your contributions matter.
• Deepen your technical knowledge through practical application.

Additional information:

• Location: Monheim, Germany
• Duration: 4 – 6 Months
• Department: R&D Packaging Development

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at www.elanco.com.