Manufacturing Scientist/Quality Control Chemist Intern – Fort Dodge, Iowa (Summer 2027)

Your Role: Manufacturing Scientist/Quality Control Chemist Intern – Fort Dodge, Iowa (Summer 2027) 

As a Summer 2027 Quality Control Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the Animal Health Manufacturing (AHM) Lab team at our Fort Dodge, Iowa manufacturing plant, to deliver a practical solution to reducing analytical variability, a manufacturing technical project, or implementation of new lab methods. Interns will have exposure to many career paths and diverse subject matter experts as many projects have site-wide impact. 

Your 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  

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 

• 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 

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: Fort Dodge Manufacturing Plant, Fort Dodge, IA 

Elanco’s Internship Program  

Our internship program is designed to give students meaningful, hands-on experience as they kickstart their careers. Internships are project-based and focused on business-critical needs, giving every intern the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Elanco’s success over the summer. At the heart of the experience is our belief that making life better for animals makes life better. 

• 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.