Engineering Intern

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. Engineering Overview:     Engineers at Lilly  are responsible for :    Operating and  maintaining  manufacturing, utility, and automation systems in compliance with US and global regulations    Searching for and implementing continuous improvements    Managing capital projects (including design, construction, and start-up)    Designing and developing drug delivery systems, manufacturing processes (including scale-up and commercialization), waste reduction and energy minimization processes, safety  systems  and environmental controls    Transportation, Distribution, and warehouse analysis and optimization        The internships are a temporary summer position that lasts for 12 CONTINUOUS weeks beginning in May or June 2027. Each engineering intern will be assigned a project affording the opportunity to actively contribute to the manufacturing organization, build a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, and the role engineers play at creating solutions for Eli Lilly and Company.

Interns will interact with other engineering and manufacturing 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 engineering and manufacturing professionals.

Project opportunities are available in, but not limited to, the following manufacturing areas:    Engineering Technical Center   - (Process, Automation, Digital Manufacturing, Facilities)    Parenteral Products (injectable)        Facilities/Utilities Engineering        Drug Substance Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (small molecule, large   molecule, peptides)    Device Manufacturing or Assembly and Packaging        Global Packaging and Robotics        Global Facilities Delivery           Key Objectives   Provide a practical real-life solution to a manufacturing, business-related technical project    Work individually and with a supervisor to  determine  and achieve project goals    Document and present project accomplishments and progress        Basic Qualifications:                            Currently attending a BS or MS Engineering program and will have completed sophomore or junior year prior to internship with completion of the 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 5 th   – July 9 th )      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:  $48,600  - $73,600   Masters:  $76,500 - $88,400    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. #WeAreLilly