FAQs

Find answers to common questions about pursuing a career at Elanco, including current opportunities and how to apply.

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Questions About Your Career

When it comes to starting a new career, there's bound to be questions on your mind. Find out more about our available opportunities and how you can apply below.

: As a global leader in animal health, Elanco offers a range of career opportunities around the world. These include science and technical roles, sales and marketing, IT, HR and more. We offer cross-company development, so our employees can explore new roles while working at Elanco and find the best fit for their skills and interests.
: We offer summer internships for students, where you have the opportunity to collaborate, share, and gain valuable insights into global Elanco projects. Many of our students return after graduation and continue their careers with us.
: We offer a variety of opportunities across different regions. We also offer a comprehensive global leadership training program for employees aspiring for leadership roles, which is a two-year journey that teaches invaluable leadership, business and coaching skills.
: We foster an inclusive culture that focuses on three core values: integrity, respect and excellence. We do the right thing in the right way, we have respect for our people, customers, and the animals in their care, and deliver excellence, through accountability, continuous improvement and discipline.
: Yes, we offer a variety of flexible working practices. We actively encourage a healthy work-life balance and remote working is just one way in which we deliver this to our employees.
: Browse all available listings and complete an application here.

Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification and the Veterinary Medical Applications Certification

Elanco is proud to offer the Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification and the Veterinary Medical Applications Certification, both of which are designed to verify individuals are fully prepared to enter the fields of animal science and veterinary medicine. These certifications validate individuals have acquired the knowledge and skills required to be effective in the animal science industry. Additionally, the certifications allow employers to identify and connect with more skilled candidates, filling gaps in the labor market and jump-starting individuals careers.

The certifications assess industry-valued and industry-recognized standards produced by Elanco. Due to Elanco’s leadership in the field of animal science, employers such as veterinarians, animal healthcare providers, livestock farm managers/herdsman, feed sales/consultants, zoologists, sales representatives, etc. recognize the value behind the Elanco brand and these certifications.

: According to the American Society of Animal Science, there are 500 job classifications within the animal science industry. Data USA reported employment opportunities in the animal science industry are increasing by an average 3.71% each year. The average wage within the animal science industry was $70,998.

Meeting the Industry Need

The certification validates individuals are more qualified and prepared to enter a wide variety of roles in the animal science industry, one of the largest industries in the world. Those who earn the certification have demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to be successful in the animal health and protein production fields.

Industry Standards

The certification exam consists of 100 questions and assesses knowledge and skills from the following weighted industry standards:

General Animal Science- 25%

Animal Breeding- 15%

Animal Health & Wellness- 20%

Animal Nutrition- 15%

Animal Management Practices- 25%

Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification Brochure

Want to learn more or get started on your animal science certification? Click Here.
: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for veterinarians in projected to increase by 16% between 2019 and 2029. The Bureau of Labor Statistics also reported a 16% increase of employment opportunities for veterinary technologists and technicians from 2019 to 2029. The average salary of professionals in the veterinary medicine field is $75,291 according to Data USA.

Meeting the Industry Need

The certification validates the knowledge and skills necessary to begin animal health care careers. Those who earn the certification are more qualified and prepared to enter a variety of roles within veterinary medicine, animal science, and health industries.

Industry Standards

The certification exam consists of 100 questions and assesses knowledge and skills from the following weighted industry standards:

Veterinary Terms & Terminology- 20%

Animal Welfare & Behavior- 15%

Anatomy & Physiology- 15%

Veterinary Medical Practices- 50%

Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification Brochure

Want to learn more or get started on your veterinary medical applications certification? Click Here