Sample Collection QC Intern

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

Competitive hourly pay

Professional development activities

Networking opportunities

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.

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.