IT Information Security Intern (Summer 2025) at Elanco in greenfield, Indiana

Job Description:

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. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

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!

Company Overview:

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

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!

Your Role: IT Information Security Intern

As an IT Information Security Intern, you will be part of IT team to ensure a secure Elanco IT network and contribute to Elanco’s ongoing effort to protect our information. You will work alongside Elanco Information Security experts on a real-life project/solution.

Your Responsibilities:

• Work with cross-functional teams to provide analytical solutions at Elanco


• Network with Elanco employees and demonstrate leadership capabilities


• Interns will be responsible for a specific project to be completed within the 12-week timeframe  


• All interns are required to present their projects to a large group at the end of the 12-week period


• Expected to network within the organization and demonstrate leadership capabilities

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Currently enrolled in information security related degree program e.g.: Information Security, Computer Science, Informatics or related majors


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including speaking, and presentation skills


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Individuals with integrity, excellence, and respect for people


• Individuals who are willing to tackle complex problems with innovative solutions related to information security


• Have an interest in security of information at a large corporation

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

• Have an interest in data analytics, information science or animal health


• Excellent organizational and time management skills


• Highly motivated and driven leaders


• Strong sense of initiative and learning agility


• Proven to be self-motivated, with demonstrated high level of responsibility and professionalism


• Must be able to work exceptionally well independently and with minimal supervision


• Ability to make decisions within the context of uncertainty and ambiguity

Additional Information:

• Travel:  0%


• Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment

Our Internship Program

Our internship program is designed to provide students with experiences! Internships are project based and comprised of business-critical needs. All interns have the opportunity to significantly impact Elanco’s success over the summer and kickstart a career that counts.

• Internship Dates: May 19th – August 8th (12 Weeks)


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


• Networking events


• Assigned mentors


• Professional development opportunities


• Optional all-inclusive housing for $150 per week or a $4000 housing stipend (ONLY for Sales and Kansas City/Elwood interns)


• Full time roles or additional internships for interns with outstanding performance

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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 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