Tech Services Manufacturing Sciences Summer Student Worker (summer 2026)

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 include:

• 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 include:

• 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) include:

• 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 include:

• 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.