Technology Intern

100 Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Housing assistance

LIFE fitness center access

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis is offering an IT intern role within the Lilly Technology group. You will be paired with a project aligned to your skills and career goals, gaining hands-on experience and collaborating with experts to understand how technology powers the medicine industry.

This internship covers areas like Generative AI, Cloud Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Software Product Engineering.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Statistics, Security, Business, and/or computer related academic program.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Lilly will not sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

• Work on internship projects aligned to your skills and career goals.
• Gain hands-on experience and collaborate with experts to understand how technology powers the medicine industry.
• Engage with areas like Generative AI, Cloud Engineering, System Engineering, Data Science & ML, Software Product Engineering, Cybersecurity, UX Design, and Integrated Product Systems.

Skills

AI tools experience

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Agile concepts

Education

Bachelors or Masters in IT/Computer Engineering/Statistics/Security/Business

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

The Lilly Technology group is looking for curious, self-motivated interns who thrive on solving complex problems and making a real-world impact. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to meaningful innovation in healthcare, we invite you to apply. Great things are waiting for you at Lilly!

As a Lilly Technology intern, you’ll be matched with a project aligned to your skills, interests, and career goals. Each project is designed with clear objectives that contribute to our mission of delivering life-changing medicines. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, collaborate with experts, and develop a deep understanding of how technology powers the medicine industry. During your internship, you may work in the following areas:

• Generative AI – Applying cutting‑edge AI to transform how we work and deliver medicines.
• Cloud Engineering – Architecting scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure.
• System Engineering – Designing and managing complex systems that drive business outcomes.
• Data Science & Machine Learning – Leveraging data and algorithms to empower decision‑making.
• Software Product Engineering – Creating tools and platforms that accelerate innovation.
• Cybersecurity – Building secure, vigilant, and resilient systems to protect our people and products.
• User Experience Design – Delivering seamless, human‑centered digital experiences.
• Integrated Product Systems – Supporting digital components of medicines, devices, and apps.
• Product Leadership & Mindset – Driving vision, strategy, and adoption of tech solutions.

As part of Lilly's commitment to innovation, you will have the opportunity to build fluency with AI tools used across the business. We expect you 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 pursuing a bachelor’s or a master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Statistics, Security, Business, and/or computer related academic program at a college/university and will have completed your sophomore year by June 2027. 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

• 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.
• Career interest in technology and a passion for applying technology solutions to help patients live better lives.
• Solid skills in problem analysis and problem solving.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership experience inside and/or outside the classroom.
• Familiarity with design, development, and operational methodologies (I.e. Agile, Waterfall, ITIL).
• Passion for working on a team from diverse backgrounds.
• Familiarity with gathering and writing technical requirements.
• Knowledge of Agile concepts, methodology and frameworks.

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

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. Our HR Technology & Operations team plays a central role in enabling Lilly's 45,000+ employees to do their best work — through modern, intelligent, and seamlessly delivered HR services.

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. 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.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $65,600 (Bachelors) - $85,000 (Masters) annually 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.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $65,600 (Bachelors) - $85,000 (Masters) annually 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!

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