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Sample Collection Quality Intern | Lexington, Kentucky
About Us
At Neogen, we are committed to developing future talent by providing meaningful internship experiences that offer real-world exposure, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to business priorities.
Position Summary
The Quality Intern will support key initiatives within Neogen Quality while gaining hands-on experience in a professional laboratory, manufacturing, or operational environment. Interns will apply classroom knowledge to real business challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop practical skills in quality systems, data analysis, problem-solving, and communication.
Candidates may be considered for one of three internship opportunities based on academic background, interests, location, and business needs:
Sample Collection Quality Intern
Support a project and day-to-day activities related to sample collection processes. Potential focus areas may include reviewing workflows, observing and documenting process steps, evaluating data or trends, supporting standard work or procedure updates, and identifying opportunities to improve consistency, efficiency, traceability, and/or quality.
Internship Project
Each intern will work on a structured project aligned with the needs of the assigned Quality team. The final project scope may be refined before the internship begins. Projects are intended to:
- Address a meaningful business need and support a current Quality priority
- Use data, observation, or structured problem-solving to develop insights and recommendations
- Be achievable within the summer internship timeframe
- Provide exposure to cross-functional collaboration
- Result in a final presentation, recommendation, or other practical deliverable
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in departmental projects and day-to-day Quality activities
- Collect, organize, and analyze data; summarize findings clearly
- Review processes, procedures, or documentation and recommend improvements
- Conduct research and prepare reports, presentations, or project materials
- Participate in team meetings, project discussions, and learning activities
- Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Laboratory, and other cross-functional partners as appropriate
- Present project findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship
- Complete additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Laboratory Science, Engineering, Quality, or a related field
- Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to analyze information, manage priorities, and follow through on assignments
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Preferred
- Interest in a career in Quality, laboratory operations, food safety, animal health, manufacturing, or a related field
- Coursework or experience involving laboratory methods, data analysis, statistics, quality systems, or process improvement
- Previous internship, research, project, or leadership experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
What Interns Will Gain
- Hands-on experience in a Quality function supporting Neogen businesses and customers
- Exposure to real business challenges, quality systems, and improvement projects
- Mentorship and collaboration with experienced professionals
- Networking and professional development opportunities
- Experience communicating project findings and recommendations to leaders and team members
Learning Objectives
By the end of the internship, the student will be able to:
- Explain how Quality supports safe, consistent, and reliable products and business operations
- Apply academic knowledge to a practical Quality project
- Use data and structured problem-solving to evaluate an opportunity and develop recommendations
- Strengthen professional communication, teamwork, and project management skills
- Deliver a final project demonstrating learning and business impact
Compensation & Benefits
- Professional development activities
- Participation in intern events and learning sessions
Equal Opportunity Statement
Neogen is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics.
WHO IS NEOGEN
From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our animal safety solutions are used on farms, veterinary practices and manufacturers around the world to provide the best animal care possible. Whether food or pharmaceuticals, Neogen's provides a one-stop shop for the health and safety to our animals and our customers operations.
Neogen's culture combines stability with a deep belief in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust — the principles that guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It's our belief in these characteristics that provides a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
