About the role#
As an R&D Veterinary Services Intern, you will join a team of five veterinarians and two veterinary technicians. You will work at our Fort Dodge site to oversee the health and welfare of research animals. This position provides insight into how animal medicines are developed and regulated, and how high-quality care supports research and product success. You will work cross-functionally with Research and Development, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.
What you'll do#
- Support medical care, clinical studies, and the animal welfare program.
- Assist veterinary staff with colony maintenance and clinical case management.
- Work with cross-functional teams to support animal health, welfare, and study execution.
- Develop, manage, and participate in a cohesive animal welfare program.
- Follow policies, procedures, and animal welfare standards within a regulated environment.
- Present your final project results in an oral presentation that summarizes your objectives, methods, and key learnings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program with a concentration in biology, animal science, or pre-veterinary studies, or current enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program.
- You must be returning to a degree-seeking program for the fall semester after the internship concludes.
- Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
- An open, curious mindset and a desire to learn in a regulated research environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards for animal care and documentation.
- A demonstrated interest in laboratory animal medicine or animal welfare is preferred.
- Previous internship experience in a science, pharmaceutical, or animal health setting is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Dodge, Iowa.
- Modality: 100% on-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 17th to August 6th).
- Travel: 10% travel is required to the corporate facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the program opening and closing.
- Employment: Full-time and paid.
About Elanco
Elanco is a public company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm operates within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. It focuses on animal health, food production, and food safety. The organization employs 9,361 people.
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