Intern - Packaging Development (m/f/d)

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! Intern Packaging Development (m/f/d) At Elanco, we provide those who raise and care for animals with the tools they need to help animals live healthy, productive lives. We are looking for a motivated and curious student to join our Packaging Development team as an Intern Packaging Development (m/f/d) in Monheim. The Packaging Development Team is part of the global acting Technical Development organization within R&D. You will support the team in developing, testing, and evaluating packaging solutions that ensure our medicines reach pets and livestock safely and effectively. Master’s thesis supervision   is potentially available following the internship. Your Key Responsibilities • Project Support: Actively contribute to ongoing packaging development projects. • Testing & Evaluation: Assist in the execution of technical tests and the evaluation of packaging materials and systems. • Documentation: Support the documentation of test results and technical specifications. • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand the lifecycle of pharmaceutical packaging. What You Bring • You are currently enrolled in a degree program in Packaging Technology (Verpackungstechnik). • You have a proactive "can-do" attitude and a strong interest in the technical aspects of packaging. • Good technical skills and a structured way of working. • Fluency in German language and good English skills Why Elanco? • Gain experience in a global, purpose-driven company. • Work in a supportive environment where your contributions matter. • Deepen your technical knowledge through practical application. Additional information: Location: Monheim, Germany Duration: 4 – 6 Months Department: R&D Packaging Development 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 Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.