Operational Excellence Intern – Fort Dodge, Iowa (Summer 2027)
Elanco
Summary
As a Summer 2027 Operational Excellence Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will be part of the global operational excellence team at our Fort Dodge, Iowa manufacturing plant, delivering projects that make the manufacturing and quality organization run efficiently. In this role, you will be assisting the global team with implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies and other best practices to drive operational excellence (OpEx) initiatives.
Job description
Your Responsibilities
- Assist in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and other best practices to drive operational excellence (OpEx) initiatives
- Work on projects focused on optimizing workflows, eliminating waste, and enhancing overall productivity
- Utilize data analysis to establish process improvement methods
- Investigate ideas for cost-savings and time management
- Work within cross-functional teams to implement process improvements within a pharmaceutical space
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)
- Education: Currently enrolled in engineering, science, or data analysis field
- Top Skills: Experience in Microsoft Suites, a willingness to learn, and interest in reviewing and improving processes, data, and statistics
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
- Prior internship or professional experience in process improvement and optimization
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Must be able to work exceptionally well independently and with minimal supervision
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in engineering, science, or data analysis field
- Experience in Microsoft Suites
- Willingness to learn
- Interest in reviewing and improving processes, data, and statistics
- Prior internship or professional experience in process improvement and optimization
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Must be able to work exceptionally well independently and with minimal supervision
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Networking events
- Assigned mentors
- Learning resources
- Housing financial support
- Housing assistance
- Future full-time consideration
Company overview
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated is a global leader in the animal health pharmaceutical industry, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of both pets and farm animals worldwide. Founded in 1954 as a division of Eli Lilly and Company, Elanco became an independent public company in 2018 and has since grown to become the world's second-largest independent animal health company. With approximately 9,000 employees globally, the company operates with a clear purpose: 'making life better for animals, makes life better.' Elanco develops innovative medicines, vaccines, and health solutions that empower veterinarians, farmers, and pet owners to advance animal care. The company maintains a balanced portfolio between pet health and farm animal products, offering over 200 brands that address critical health challenges ranging from companion animal diseases to livestock productivity. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Elanco is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ELAN) and continues to drive innovation in animal health through strategic acquisitions and dedicated research and development efforts.