Engineering Intern – Elwood, Kansas (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. We are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. We foster a diverse and inclusive work environment where diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and business success.

About the role

As a Summer 2027 Engineering Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the Engineering team at our Elwood, Kansas manufacturing plant. You will contribute to a hands-on technical project focused on improving processes, solving business challenges, and supporting operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Understand the manufacturing environment and collaborate with stakeholders to solve problems.
• Work within cross-functional teams to build vendor relationships and implement new process capabilities.
• Create and use data visualization tools and update documentation.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an Engineering major (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suites and a willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or professional experience in a life-science industry.
• Interest in Engineering or Chemistry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work exceptionally well independently and with minimal supervision.

Additional Information

Travel: 10% to our corporate facility in Indianapolis, IN for opening/closing events.

Location: Elwood Manufacturing Plant, Elwood, KS.

Elanco’s Internship Program

Our internship program provides meaningful, hands-on experience through project-based work focused on business-critical needs. Interns have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Elanco’s success over the summer.

• Internship Dates: May 17th – August 6th, 2027.
• Pay: Competitive salary of $20–$40/hour (dependent upon major and year in school).
• Professional Development: Networking events, assigned mentors, and learning resources.
• Housing: Financial support and assistance securing housing is available.
• Future Opportunities: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles or additional internships based on business needs.