Lilly Research Laboratories TDA - 2027 Summer Doctoral Internship

Eli Lilly and Company•San Diego, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Lilly’s internship program gives science students the opportunity to work in the Drug Discovery or Development areas of a pharmaceutical company. Interns gain technical expertise and understanding of the drug development process, experience Lilly’s culture, and learn about potential career paths. This internship takes place in Summer 2027, with start dates in May and June. Interns are assigned projects in Discovery or Development, where they contribute to research and build an understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and Lilly scientists’ role in delivering medicines to patients. Projects may involve AI/ML, analytical or bioassay development, biological testing of compounds, organic and peptide synthesis, chemical modalities, computational biology or chemistry, delivery devices, molecular biology, protein expression, purification and characterization, analytical methods and formulation, flow chemistry, or drug product design and performance. Interns are expected to use AI tools with curiosity and critical thinking while prioritizing accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical standards. Positions are based at Lilly’s Indianapolis headquarters and may also be located in Boston, New York City, San Diego, Pasadena, South San Francisco, or Louisville, Colorado.

Requirements

Be enrolled in a Ph.D. or PharmD program with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Have at least one academic term remaining after the internship ends.

Nice To Haves

Team-player approach and excellent communication skills.
Previous laboratory or pharmaceutical research experience in areas such as AI/ML, analytical development, bioassay development, biological testing of compounds, organic and peptide synthesis, chemical modalities, computational biology or chemistry, delivery devices, molecular biology, protein expression, purification and characterization, analytical methods and formulation, flow chemistry, or drug product design and performance.
Prior experience using AI tools, such as generative AI platforms, automation tools, or AI-assisted research or analytics tools, in an academic, project, or work setting.

Responsibilities

Contribute to an assigned research project in Lilly’s Drug Discovery or Development organization.
Perform work that may involve AI/ML, analytical development, bioassay development, biological testing of compounds, organic and peptide synthesis, chemical modalities, computational biology or chemistry, delivery devices, molecular biology, protein expression, purification and characterization, analytical methods and formulation, flow chemistry, or drug product design and performance.
Use AI tools with curiosity and critical thinking, prioritizing accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
Build technical expertise and understanding of the drug development process and pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

One week of paid time off during Lilly’s summer shutdown, July 5–9, 2027.
One-to-one mentoring from an experienced professional in the function.
Competitive salary and free parking at the work site.
Access to Lilly’s LIFE fitness center, bike garage, and other discounts.
Subsidized housing if the internship requires relocation.
Intern activities, including sporting events, dinners, lunch-and-learns, and volunteer activities.
Consideration for full-time positions based on internship performance.
Eligible employees may participate in a company-sponsored 401(k) and pension program.
Eligible employees may receive vacation benefits and medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
Flexible benefits, including 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, including an employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities.
Company bonus eligibility for full-time equivalent employees, depending in part on company and individual performance.