Manufacturing Scientist Co-Op (Spring 2026 Semester)

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: Manufacturing Scientist Co-Op (Spring 2026 Semester)

As a Manufacturing Scientist Co-Op, you will be part of Elanco’s Technical Services / Manufacturing Sciences (TSMS) team at our Global External Manufacturing hub in Indianapolis, IN. This co-op provides a hands-on opportunity to apply scientific and engineering principles to real-world manufacturing challenges, supporting continuous improvement, compliance, and operational excellence across Elanco’s external manufacturing network.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the advancement and innovation of Elanco’s external manufacturing partners through data analysis, process support, and technical collaboration.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including process optimization, documentation updates, and operational efficiencies.
• Assist with maintaining manufacturing facilities and processes in a state of compliance with U.S. and global regulatory standards.
• Participate in change control, deviation, and report management activities to ensure alignment with quality and technical requirements.
• Support project management efforts for contract manufacturers, including data collection, report preparation, and coordination with cross-functional teams.
  
  

What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry (with a Biology focus), Cell Biology, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: No prior experience required — this is an entry-level co-op opportunity.
• Top Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, strong problem-solving abilities, technical writing skills, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Interest in process improvement, data analytics, or materials science.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
  
  

Additional Information

• Location: Indianapolis, IN – Global Headquarters – Hybrid Work Environment
• Duration: January–May 2026 (Spring Semester)
  
  

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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