Intern – Clinical Laboratory Sciences Coordinator

527 Eli Lilly Cork Limited; Little Island; Hybrid; EUR 289,000 - 391,000; Part time

Job summary

Eli Lilly Cork Internship 2027 offers a 2‑month internship in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. The Hybrid role requires 50% on-site work at Lilly, Little Island, Cork, and 50% remote.

Start 1 August 2027 with a salary of €30,500 and course eligibility in Biomedical Sciences or related fields. Applicants should be pursuing a 3rd level degree, demonstrate attention to detail, and be proficient in Excel, Word, and Teams.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a 3rd level degree in Biomedical Science, Clinical Research, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Teams.
• Interest in clinical research, diagnostics, or laboratory operations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Sample & Data Tracking Support: track biological samples and verify processes.
• Document & Report Management: upload and organise lab reports, support eTMF uploads.
• Operational Support: participate in team presentations and process improvements.
• Communication & Collaboration: liaise with internal stakeholders and attend meetings.
• Compliance: maintain training and quality system requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

Biomedical Science

Clinical Research

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Job description

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life‑changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

Eli Lilly GBS Cork Internship 2027 Intern – Clinical Laboratory Sciences Coordinator
Positions: 1
Start date: 1st August 2027
Duration: 2 months
Salary: €30,500
Location: Lilly, GBS Little Island
Type: Hybrid role requiring the successful candidate to be on site 50% of the month in Little Island, Cork and 50% working remotely.

Course Eligibility: Bsc or MSc in Biomedical sciences, Clinical research, Communications, STEM, Operations or related field.

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world.

We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 47,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life‑changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for patients around the world.

Eli Lilly Cork is made up of a talented diverse team of over 2,000 employees across 60 nationalities who deliver innovative solutions that add value across a variety of Business Service functions including Finance, Information Technology, Medical, Clinical Trials and more.

Lilly offers a premium workspace across our campus in Little Island, complete with flexible hybrid working options, healthcare, pension and life assurance benefits, subsidised canteen, onsite gym, travel subsidies and on‑site parking. Inhouse People Development services, Educational Assistance, and our ‘Live Your BEST Life’ wellbeing initiatives are just some of the holistic benefits that enhance the career experience for our colleagues.

Come join our team - Be Creative, Be an Innovator, and most of all, Be Yourself!

Purpose of the Team and About the Role

CLS provides comprehensive ‘fit for purpose’ solutions that leverage routine and novel clinical laboratory, imaging, digital and diagnostic strategies to accelerate the portfolio and reach more patients. The purpose of the CLS Intern is to support CLA’s and trial execution across Therapeutic Area’s by executing core operational tasks, streamline workflows, reduce redundancy and optimize processes to ensure efficient resource use. This will be achieved by providing technical, process and logistical support as it relates to the management of laboratory data and sample/data tracking. The CLS Intern will partner with CLS Associates to support the CLS global team in delivering high‑quality data and operational excellence across global clinical trials. This role requires understanding of CLS processes, central laboratory processes, clinical and sample processing. This internship offers hands‑on exposure to clinical lab operations, data tracking systems, and cross‑functional collaboration in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Sample & Data Tracking Support

• Assist with tracking biological samples using SMART and other internal systems.
• Support verification processes (e.g., 1st & 2nd person checks in IWRS).
• Help monitor and update patient status reports and imaging trackers.

Document & Report Management

• Upload and organise lab reports in SharePoint, MS Teams, and CLS Hub.
• Assist with eTMF uploads and document reconciliation.
• Support creation and maintenance of study‑specific trackers and manifests.

Operational Support

• Participate and organise team/topic presentations and team building events.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and team newsletters.

Communication & Collaboration

• Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g., CRAs, CLAs) to follow up on queries.
• Attend monthly team meetings and contribute to note‑taking and task follow‑ups.

Compliance

• Maintain compliance with all departmental, Medical Quality Systems (MQS), and Lilly Research Laboratory (LRL) training requirements.

Learning Outcomes By the end of the internship, you will:

• Have knowledge of clinical drug development and end‑to‑end lifecycle of clinical trials.
• Gain familiarity with regulatory documentation and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Develop skills in data management, communication, and project coordination.
• Experience working in a global pharmaceutical environment with real‑world impact.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a 3rd level degree in Biomedical Science, Clinical Research, or a related field and ready to pursue student placement as part of an undergraduate/master’s program.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Interest in clinical research, diagnostics, or laboratory operations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn.

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly 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.

#WeAreLillyUKandIreland At Lilly we strive to ensure our employees are part of a team that cares about them and our shared purpose of making life better for those around the world. How do we do this? We continue to look for ways to include, innovate, accelerate and deliver while maintaining integrity, excellence and respect for people. We hope that you seek to join us on our journey as we create medicine and deliver improved outcomes for patients across the globe! #WeAreLilly