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: TS/MS Summer Student Worker (Summer 2026)

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Tech Services Manufacturing Sciences (TSMS) team in supporting commercial animal health manufacturing. The Summer Student Worker will provide technical and analytical support to manufacturing processes, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and help ensure operations remain compliant with regulatory and quality standards.

The candidate will actively contribute to the manufacturing organization, build a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, and experience the critical role TSMS plays in creating solutions for Elanco. You will regularly interface with operations, engineering, manufacturing, and quality professionals.

Your Responsibilities

The TSMS Summer Student Worker will be responsible for assisting in:

• Process Support & Troubleshooting: Assist in day-to-day technical support for manufacturing operations, including investigations.

• Technical Documentation: Assist in preparing and maintaining reports, protocols, and supporting documents for operations and maintenance.

• Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to deliver site-specific TSMS objectives.

Key Objectives & Deliverables

• Project Ownership: Own and deliver a practical, real-life solution to a specific manufacturing technical project from start to finish.

• Presentation: Document and present project accomplishments, data insights, and progress to the TSMS leadership team at the conclusion of the 12-week term.

Basic Qualifications (Requirements)

• Education: Currently attending an accredited college or university.

• Progress: Must have completed at least one year of study in a technical field (Biochemistry, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific field).

• Location: Ability to work at the Clinton, IN and Terre Haute, IN manufacturing sites.

Additional Skills & Preferences

• Analytical Thinking: Strong analysis and problem-assessment skills.

• Communication: Effective oral and written communication skills for technical reporting.

• Quality Orientation: A high level of attention to detail and a commitment to GMP/regulatory compliance.

• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments.

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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