Quality Assurance Intern – Clinton, Indiana (Summer 2027)

Elanco; Clinton (IN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Mentorship program

Job summary

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated, Clinton Manufacturing Plant, Clinton, IN, seeks a Summer 2027 Quality Assurance Intern to join the QA team and contribute to process analysis, investigations, and continuous improvement projects. You will gain exposure to quality systems and manufacturing operations in a regulated environment.

Key opportunities include working with cross‑functional teams, gaining hands‑on experience, and exploring future full‑time roles.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a similar major.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Defining, measuring, analyzing, and improving identified processes within the quality organization.
• Understand the Manufacturing processes and how Quality supports the process and business and gain real-world experience in a regulated environment.
• Work within cross‑functional teams to support inspection readiness activities, investigations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with the production and analytical processes to ensure they are carried out with appropriate quality standards.
• Study design improvement process.

Skills

Microsoft Suites

Education

Chemistry/Bio major

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!

Your Role: Quality Assurance Intern – Clinton, Indiana (Summer 2027)

As a Summer 2027 Quality Assurance Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the Quality Assurance team at our Clinton, Indiana manufacturing plant, to deliver a practical solution while gaining exposure to many career paths and diverse subject matter experts as many projects have site-wide impact. There will be several opportunities to gain experience in different areas within Quality, such as Quality Management System, Animal Health Products, and Audits.

Your Responsibilities

• Defining, measuring, analyzing, and improving identified processes within the quality organization.
• Understand the Manufacturing processes and how Quality supports the process and business and gain real-world experience in a regulated environment.
• Work within cross‑functional teams to support inspection readiness activities, investigations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with the production and analytical processes to ensure they are carried out with appropriate quality standards.
• Study design improvement process.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Education: Currently enrolled in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a similar major.
• Top Skills: Experience in Microsoft Suites and a willingness to learn.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• 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: Clinton Manufacturing Plant, Clinton, IN.
• Elanco’s Internship Program Our internship program is designed to give students meaningful, hands‑on experience as they kickstart their careers.
• Internship Dates: May 17th – August 6th, 2027.
• Competitive Salary: $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.

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. Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.

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 our 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.