Finance Masters Internship

100 Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Mentorship program

Free parking

Lilly LIFE fitness center access

Housing assistance

Job summary

ELI LILLY AND COMPANY in Indianapolis is offering a 10-week Finance Internship designed to immerse students in Corporate Financial Planning & Reporting, Treasury & Capital Markets, Tax & Audit, Manufacturing and Commercial Finance.

Interns work on real projects, gain professional development, and interact with Finance leaders. All interns are considered for full-time roles based on performance, with a competitive salary and housing support options.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a master’s degree with a focus on accounting, finance, economics, data analytics or a quantitatively oriented undergrad.
• Expected graduation August 2028 and eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Evidence of automation, data analysis, visualization or financial tool usage (Excel, Power BI, Python, SQL).
• Completion of at least two accounting courses by Summer 2027.
• Strong communication, teamwork, leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance organization through projects in Corporate Audit Services, Tax, Financial Reporting and Planning, Treasury and Capital Markets.
• Work on a case study to assess clinical development and commercial strategy for new therapies.
• Engage with Finance leaders and peers to gain exposure to Lilly’s finance organization.
• Develop analytical, modeling and presentation skills for senior leadership.
• Learn about Lilly’s role in the pharmaceutical industry and network with finance professionals.

Skills

Automation

Data analysis

Artificial intelligence

Visualization

Excel

Power BI

Python

SQL

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in accounting/finance/economics/data analytics

Two accounting courses completed prior to Summer 2027

Tools

Co-Pilot

Claude

Agents

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.

Organization Overview:

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.

Responsibilities:

Lilly’s Finance Internship Program is a 10‑week, hands‑on experience designed to introduce students to the role Finance plays in driving business decisions across a global healthcare company. Interns are embedded within a Finance team and contribute directly through meaningful, real‑world projects in areas such as Corporate Financial Planning & Reporting, Treasury & Capital Markets, Tax & Audit, Manufacturing or Commercial Finance, and business‑facing finance supporting functions like R&D, Sales & Marketing, and Procurement. Throughout the program, work is focused on solving real business problems through leveraging technology, with interns delivering analysis and recommendations that drive impact across the business. In addition to project work, interns gain exposure to diverse areas of Finance, collaborate across functions, and build analytical and problem‑solving skills. The experience is complemented by professional development, networking opportunities, and engagement with Finance leaders, providing a well‑rounded introduction to a career in corporate finance at Lilly. Finance internships offer robust opportunities for students to gain exposure to the organization, leverage key functional skills and make an impact.

You will:

• Contribute to Lilly’s Finance organization through your work and recommendations on relevant, challenging, business‑critical project(s) in areas such as Corporate Audit Services, Corporate Tax, Corporate Financial Reporting and Planning, Treasury and Capital Markets, or finance organizations supporting key parts of our business (Research, Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing, Procurement and Global Business Solutions).
• Participate in a case study assessing and recommending an optimal clinical development and commercial strategy for bringing new therapy to market. This project will provide an opportunity to hone your leadership and teamwork skills as you research, model, and deliver a presentation to senior Finance leaders.
• Learn about a "day‑in‑the‑life" of a full‑time financial analyst through discussion and collaboration with peer mentors.
• Gain exposure and understanding of the various areas within Lilly’s Finance organization.
• Build your understanding of Lilly’s growing role in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Network with Lilly Finance peers and leaders to gain insight into the function and culture.
• Further explore the city of Indianapolis and learn why it is a top 10 city in which to start a career.

Basic Qualifications:

• Actively pursuing one of the following degrees:masters with a concentration or emphasis on accounting, finance, economics, or data analytics or quantitatively focused undergrad including computer science, data science, engineering, mathematics, or statistics with relevant coursework in business, accounting, finance, or economics
• Expected graduation date of August 2028
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States.
• Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Additional Functional Job Skills & Preference:

• Demonstrated skills and application of automation, data analysis, artificial intelligence, visualization, or financial tools (e.g., Co-Pilot, Claude, agents, Excel, Power BI, Python, SQL)
• Broad curiosity and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to influence
• Clearly demonstrated analytical thought and aptitude
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Language fluency in English (written and verbal)
• Completion of 2 accounting courses prior to summer 2027

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.
• Interns will receive 1 week of paid time off during the Lilly summer shut‑down (June 29th, 2026 – July 3rd, 2026).
• 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 and bike garage.
• If the intern's job position requires a move from another location, Lilly will provide subsidized housing.
• 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.

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,

• 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
• well‑being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)

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).

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