Manufacturing Science Intern

100 Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly is offering summer internships in Tech Services Manufacturing Sciences (TSMS) or Quality to build hands‑on experience in a pharmaceutical setting. Interns will join cross‑functional teams, work on real manufacturing projects, and present findings at the end of the program.

Positions are located at Indianapolis, IN and other sites; interns may gain exposure to AI tools, data analysis, regulatory concepts, and continuous improvement within a controlled environment that supports professional

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a college program and expected BS/MS by Aug 2029.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• No visa sponsorship provided for listed work authorizations.
• Ability to analyze data, communicate clearly, and work in cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide a practical real‑life solution to a manufacturing business project.
• Understand scientific principles for manufacturing substances.
• Prepare technical documents (reports, deviations, regulatory submissions).
• Gain experience in Good Laboratory Practices/Good Manufacturing Practices and analytical techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork/interpersonal

Data monitoring

Quality orientation

Problem assessment

AI tools experience

Education

BS or MS in scientific discipline

Tools

AI tools

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, 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.

Functional Overview

Ensuring reliability of our manufacturing and utility systems

Searching for and implementing continuous improvements

Maintaining our facilities and processes in a state of compliance with US and global regulations

Managing capital projects

Designing and developing drug delivery systems

The internships are temporary summer positions that last for 12 CONTINUOUS weeks beginning in May or June 2027. Each science intern will be assigned a project affording the opportunity to actively contribute to the Tech Services Manufacturing Sciences (TSMS) or Quality organizations, building a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, and the role scientists play in creating solutions for Eli Lilly and Company. These roles include areas such as science and technology, direct process support, as well as analytical laboratory support. This intern position exposes one to the technology, science, and regulatory requirements for making commercialized life‑saving medicine in therapeutic areas including: diabetes, oncology, and endocrinology.

• Quality Assurance: Develops and audits systems to ensure quality of medicine is achieved every time. Expert on production science and compliance to solve manufacturing challenges and support technological improvements.
• Quality Control: Performs critical analytical testing to confirm consistent product quality. Evaluates and investigates testing results, as well as develops expertise to improve testing methods.
• Technical Services Manufacturing Science: Oversees and develops scientific knowledge of the processes for making medicine. Analyzes data and performs routine data monitoring to lead process improvements and identify trends.

Interns will interact with other engineering, manufacturing, and science professionals, including Lilly senior management. Professional development and social events will be held throughout the summer. At the conclusion of the work period, each intern will present their project highlights, findings and general internship accomplishments to science and manufacturing professionals.

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

• Parenteral Products (injectable)
• Bulk Processing (small and large molecule)
• Global Delivery Devices

Key Objectives/Deliverables

• Provide a practical real-life solution to a manufacturing business‑related technical project.
• Understand the scientific principles required for manufacturing pharmaceutical substances, including the interaction with equipment.
• Provide technical support to non‑routine (e.g. deviation) investigations.
• Be capable of preparing relevant technical documents, such as Reports, Change Controls, Regulatory submissions, Deviations, Protocols, etc.
• Utilize the principles of Good Laboratory Practices/Good Manufacturing Practices and principles to analyze process intermediates, active pharma ingredients, and drug product in a Quality Control Lab (QCL) using analytical techniques such as wet chemistry, HPLC, ICP, AA, Titration, and/or Microbiological Assays.
• Actively run a technical improvement agenda within the area of responsibility to drive process improvement.
• Monitor and appropriately react to established statistically based metrics in real time to assess process variability and capability.
• Work within cross‑functional teams in a positive fashion to implement TSMS or Quality objectives and deliver business plans and quality objectives.
• Work individually and with a supervisor to determine and achieve project goals driving process productivity through the implementation and execution of the project.
• Document and present project accomplishments and progress.

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 attending college and completion of a BS or MS scientific discipline degree by August 2029.
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor the following work authorization or visas for this role: 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 Analysis/problem assessment skills, communication (oral and written) skills, information/data monitoring skills, quality orientation, and teamwork/interpersonal skills
• Previous internship experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• 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

Positions currently located in Indianapolis, IN or Lebanon, IN, Concord, NC, Durham, NC, or Kenosha, WI.

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)

Interns will receive a competitive salary and free parking at their work site, as well as access to Lilly’s onsite facilities. If the intern's job position requires a move from another location, Lilly will provide subsidized housing. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from work.

About Eli Lilly and Company

Lilly is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. For more than 150 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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.

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 Undergrad: $55,300 - $73,600 (Annually) Masters: $73,950 - $88,400 (Annually)

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.

# We Are Lilly

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!