Your Role: Junior IT Engineer – Information Technology Intern (Summer 2027) 

As a Summer 2027 Information Technology Intern with Elanco Animal Health, you will work alongside application product teams on a real-world technology project that supports business needs. You’ll gain hands-on experience gathering requirements, supporting testing and documentation, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing solutions to complex problems while gaining exposure to how technology enables a global organization. 

Your Responsibilities:  

• Work on a defined technology project that addresses a business need and can be completed within the 12-week internship 

• Partner with Elanco application product teams and business stakeholders to understand needs and contribute to a real-world technology solution 

• Gather and document application requirements, testing needs, processes, and other relevant information to support project delivery 

• Collaborate with team members across the organization to solve problems, share ideas, and move project work forward 

• Track project progress, results, and key learnings, and present project outcomes to Elanco leaders and colleagues at the conclusion of the internship 

• Build relationships and network across the organization while gaining exposure to technology and application work within a global company 

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 

• Education: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate information sciences degree program, such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Informatics, or a related field.  

• Top Skills: Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing priorities. 

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications): 

• Interest in application development, technology solutions, and/or application support within a large organization 

• Interest in animal health and/or Elanco’s mission 

• Experience working on technology, application, or process improvement projects through coursework, internships, or other experiences 

• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders 

• Demonstrated leadership experience and a willingness to take ownership of assigned work 

Additional Information:  

• Travel: 0% 

• Location: Indianapolis – Global Headquarters  

Elanco’s Internship Program  

Our internship program is designed to give students meaningful, hands-on experience as they kickstart their careers. Internships are project-based and focused on business-critical needs, giving every intern the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Elanco’s success over the summer. At the heart of the experience is our belief that making life better for animals makes life better. 

• Internship Dates: May 17th – August 6th, 2027  

• Competitive Salary: $20-$40/hour (dependent upon major and year in school)  

• Professional Development: Networking events, assigned mentors, and learning resources are provided.  

• Housing: Financial support and help securing housing is available 

• Future opportunities: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles or additional internships, based on business needs.