Manufacturing Scientist Intern - Lab & Process Improvement

Elanco; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Mentorship program

Job summary

Elanco invites students to join its Manufacturing Scientist/Technical Services Internship at the Clinton, IN plant for Summer 2027. You will work with the Technical and Manufacturing Sciences team to reduce analytical variability and support a practical project.

Expect cross‑functional collaboration and exposure to lab methods and processes. The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, hands‑on learning, and potential pathways to full‑time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently enrolled in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a similar major.

Responsibilities

• Understand the manufacturing environment and collaborate with stakeholders to solve problems.
• Work within cross-functional teams to implement process or lab improvements.
• Learn about fermentation, product recovery, finishing, or packaging.
• Data visualization tool creation/usage and documentation updates.

Skills

Microsoft Suites

Education

Chemistry/Biochemistry/Chemical/Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering (or similar)

Job description

Elanco invites students to join its Manufacturing Scientist/Technical Services Internship at the Clinton, IN plant for Summer 2027. You will work with the Technical and Manufacturing Sciences team to reduce analytical variability and support a practical project.

Expect cross‑functional collaboration and exposure to lab methods and processes. The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, hands‑on learning, and potential pathways to full‑time opportunities.