Campus - Study Build Programmer Intern

100 Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Free parking

Lilly LIFE fitness center access

Subsidized housing

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis offers a 12-week Study Build Programmer Internship within the Clinical Data Sciences area. Interns join a team to test data capture systems, develop automated solutions, and learn how data moves from collection to enterprise storage.

Candidates are pursuing a Master’s in CS/DS/Bioinformatics with graduation in 2027–2028 and must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Informatics, or Life Sciences with expected graduation Dec 2027 – May 2028.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (Lilly will not sponsor work authorization or visas).
• Proficient in programming with R, Python, or SQL.
• Understanding of databases and data flow across systems.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration on diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of processes and procedures within the Data and Analytics business unit.
• Ensure system validation and reliability.
• Develop and test new ideas or AI-assisted solutions to automate processes.
• Ensure data collection systems and mappings align with clinical trial objectives.

Skills

R/Python/SQL

Education

Master's in CS/DS/Bioinformatics

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Functional Overview

Study Build Programmer Internship Overview: Each intern will be assigned to a project giving them the opportunity to work on a team of programmers to test and validate clinical data capture systems or develop innovative solutions to streamline existing processes. The intern will gain exposure into how clinical research data is collected, validated, stored, aggregated, and transformed across enterprise level systems. Interns will interact and work alongside other Clinical Data Sciences professionals, including Lilly senior management. At the conclusion of the work period, each intern will present their project highlights, findings and general accomplishments to Clinical Data Sciences professionals. The role requires an in-depth understanding of programming, logic, data flow, and database architecture.

Project opportunities are available in the following areas, but not limited to:

• Electronic data capture system testing and validation
• Clinical database programming and development
• Data standardization and normalization
• Process automation

Lilly internships last for 12 continuous weeks, beginning in the last week of May. Each intern will be assigned a project affording the opportunity to learn more about how clinical trial databases and data capture systems are constructed, managed, and validated.

Responsibilities during the internship may include, not limited to:

• Develop an understanding of processes and procedures within the Data and Analytics business unit
• Ensure system validation and reliability
• Develops and tests new ideas and/or applies innovative solutions to aid in automating existing processes
• Ensure data collection systems and database mappings are delivered accurately and in alignment with clinical trial objectives

As part of Lilly's commitment to innovation, interns will have the opportunity to build fluency with AI tools used across the business. We expect interns to approach these tools with curiosity, apply critical thinking to AI-assisted work, and always prioritize accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical standards in how they use them.

Basic Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Master's program for Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Informatics, or the Life Sciences with an expected graduation date of Dec. 2027 – May 2028. Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.

Additional Functional Job Skills & Preference

• Proficient in R, Python, or SQL programming
• Understanding of databases and how data flows through different aggregate systems
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration on diverse teams
• Prior experience using AI tools (e.g., generative AI platforms, automation tools, or AI-assisted research/analytics tools) in an academic, project, or work setting.

Additional Information

• All interns will be considered for full-time positions based on their internship performance
• Lilly arranges various intern activities including sporting events, dinners, lunch and learns, volunteer activities etc. to provide opportunities for socializing, professional development, and learning more about Lilly.
• Interns will receive 1 week of paid time off during the Lilly summer shut-down (July 5th – July 9th)
• 1:1 mentoring from an experienced professional in the function
• Interns will receive a competitive salary and free parking at their work site, as well as access to Lilly's LIFE fitness center, bike garage, and many other discounts
• If the intern's job position requires a move from another location, Lilly will provide subsidized housing

About Eli Lilly and Company (auto populate)

Lilly is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. For more than 140 years, we have been dedicated to making life better for people around the world. We apply science to discover and deliver breakthrough medicines that help people live longer, healthier, more active lives.

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 is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women's Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $76,000 -$85,000.

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 is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women's Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $43,000 - $123,200 Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

#WeAreLilly 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