Quality Assurance Intern – Fort Dodge, Iowa (Summer 2027)

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 – Fort Dodge, Iowa (Summer 2027) 

As a Summer 2027 Quality Assurance Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the Quality Assurance team at our Fort Dodge, Iowa manufacturing plant, supporting activities related to the oversight of manufacturing and distribution of commercial products.

There will be several opportunities to gain experience in different areas within Quality, such as Quality Management System, Pharmaceutical 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. 



* Work within cross-functional teams to support inspection readiness activities, investigations, and continuous improvement projects. 



* Get real-world experience in the regulated environment. 



* Assist with the production and analytical processes the ensure they are carried out with appropriate Sterility Assurance standards. 



* Study design improvement process. 

 

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 


* Education: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with a concentration in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related field) or Engineering. 



* Top Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills, along with a willingness to learn and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications): 


* Have an interest in animal health manufacturing, problem solving, scientific methods, or cross-functional skill development. 



* Thrive in cross-functional team settings. 

 

Additional Information:  


* Travel: 10% - to corporate facility in Indianapolis, IN for opening/closing 



* Location: Fort Dodge Manufacturing Plant, Fort Dodge, IA   

 

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