Special Projects Associate – Elanco Launch Program

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!

Designed exclusively for students in the IU Kelley Indianapolis Business+ Program, the Elanco Launch Program gives students the chance to put what they’re learning in the classroom to work at a global company. As a Spring 2027 Special Projects Associate with Elanco Animal Health, you will jump into a team at our Global Headquarters in Indianapolis and take on your own assigned project.

You’ll have key goals (as outlined in your project) and will work alongside Elanco employees to deliver results with real business impact, gaining experience that complements your studies and builds the skills to launch your career.

• Support and complete your assigned project, working with your project sponsor to meet key goals and milestones
• Gather information, research, and data to understand the business need and identify opportunities
• Build and maintain relationships with your team and other stakeholders across Elanco
• Manage assigned activities, priorities, and follow-up to keep your project on track
• Track and present project results to Elanco leadership

Currently enrolled as a freshman or sophomore in the IU Kelley Indianapolis Business+ Program. The Elanco Launch Program is limited to students in this program.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to share ideas in person, in writing, and through presentations. Curious and eager to learn, with a strong sense of responsibility and professionalism.

• Have an interest in animal health and/or business
• Eager to connect classroom learning to real-world business problems
• Comfort with Microsoft Excel and Power Point
• Experience working on a team through class, work, clubs, or volunteering
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proven to be self-motivated and open to feedback

Location:

Onsite – Elanco Global Headquarters, Indianapolis, IN

Schedule:

10–20 hours per week during the spring semester, scheduled around your classes

The Elanco Launch Program is designed to give Indiana University Kelley Business+ students meaningful, hands‑on experience early in their college careers. The work is built to complement your studies, helping you see how the business concepts you learn in class play out inside a global company, while giving you real experience to bring back to your coursework. At the heart of the experience is our belief that making life better for animals makes life better.

Offered in partnership with the IU Kelley Indianapolis Business+ Program and open only to students in that program

Gain real-world experience onsite at our Global Headquarters in Indianapolis, 10–20 hours per week during your…