About the role#
The Animal Safety QC Intern will join our team in Lexington to support quality initiatives within our Animal Safety business. You will work on a structured project designed to address a real business need, such as data analysis, process improvements, or audit readiness. This role offers hands-on experience in a professional laboratory and manufacturing environment, allowing you to apply your academic background to practical quality systems.
What you'll do#
- Participate in daily quality activities and departmental projects.
- Collect, organize, and analyze data to summarize your findings.
- Review existing processes, procedures, and documentation to recommend improvements.
- Conduct research and prepare reports, presentations, or project materials.
- Collaborate with partners across Quality, Operations, and Laboratory teams.
- Participate in team meetings, project discussions, and learning sessions.
- Present your project findings and recommendations at the end of the summer.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Laboratory Science, Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
- Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to analyze information, manage priorities, and follow through on assignments.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Coursework or experience in laboratory methods, data analysis, statistics, quality systems, or process improvement is preferred.
- Previous internship, research, project, or leadership experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Kentucky.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
About Neogen Corporation
Neogen Corporation operates in the biotechnology research sector. Founded in 1982, the company provides services for food processing, agriculture, and animal protein industries. It also supports life sciences, toxicology, and the companion animal market. The firm is based in Lansing, Michigan, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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