Technology Software Engineer - Intern to FTE

100 Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Pension

Vacation benefits

Medical, dental, vision

Flexible benefits

Life insurance

Time off

Job summary

Lilly in Indianapolis invites rising students to join as Software Engineer Interns focusing on AI tools across the business. You'll be a self-starter, explore new technologies, and contribute to projects from local to enterprise-wide initiatives.

The role emphasizes curiosity, critical thinking, accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical standards. Enrolled in CS/CE/IT, graduating by Aug 2027, and eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in CS/CE/IT with expected graduation by Aug 2027.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Completion of Lilly tech summer internship or spring fellowship (2026).

Responsibilities

• Build fluency with AI tools used across the business.
• Provide technical expertise and grow into leadership on projects.
• Turn ideas into solutions across local to enterprise-wide initiatives.

Skills

AI tools experience

Technical capabilities

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Agile ITIL

Requirements gathering

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/CE/IT

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

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. As a Software Engineer at Lilly, you will be a self-starter with a passion to experiment with new technologies. You will provide technical expertise and, as you grow in the role, leadership to turn ideas and concepts into solutions — working on projects that can transform many areas of the business from local to enterprise-wide initiatives. You will have opportunities to solve healthcare challenges with innovative technology. Great things are waiting for you at Lilly!

Software Engineers include the following subtypes:

• Full Stack Engineer
• DevSecOps Engineer
• Quality Engineer
• Frontend Engineer
• Backend Engineer
• iOS Developer
• Android Developer

Basic Qualifications

Currently enrolled in and attending school, pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering/Technology, Information Technology, Security, or another relevant computer and technical program, with expected graduation by August 2027. Completion of the 2026 Lilly technology summer internship or spring fellowship. 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

• 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.
• Hands-on experience with one or more of the technology capabilities listed above.
• 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 (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, ITIL).
• Passion for working on a global, inclusive team.
• Familiarity with gathering and writing technical requirements.

Additional Functional

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.

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)
• 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 $82,000 (Bachelors) - $100,000 (Masters) 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:

• 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 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