Undergraduate and Master's Internship

Lilly-Lilly

. Participate in Lilly’s Summer 2027 internship program in Drug Discovery or Development .

Posted 11/4/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $43,000 - $123,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical expertise in Drug Discovery and Development, with a focus on AI/ML applications and analytical methods. Possesses a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the drug development process, complemented by effective communication and teamwork skills.

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AI/ML ExperienceAnalytical DevelopmentBiological TestingMolecular BiologyPharmaceutical Research Experience

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Hard Skills

BiologyChemistryBiochemistryChemical EngineeringBiomedical EngineeringOrganic SynthesisPeptide SynthesisComputational BiologyProtein ExpressionFlow Chemistry

Soft Skills

Team PlayerExcellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsGenerative AI PlatformsAutomation ToolsAI-Assisted Research Tools

Industry Keywords

Drug Development ProcessPharmaceutical IndustryResearch EthicsConfidentiality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in Lilly’s Summer 2027 internship program in Drug Discovery or Development
Work with scientists in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, engineering, pharmaceutics, or related disciplines
Contribute to cutting-edge research and an assigned Discovery or Development project
Build technical expertise and understanding of the drug development process
Develop fluency with AI tools used across the business
Apply critical thinking to AI-assisted work while prioritizing accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical standards
Potential project work in AI/ML, analytical development, bioassay development, biological testing of compounds, organic and peptide synthesis, chemical modality, computational biology, computational chemistry, delivery devices, molecular biology, protein expression, purification, characterization, analytical methods and formulation, flow chemistry, and drug product design and performance
Build understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and Lilly scientists’ role in delivering innovative medicines to patients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Enrolled in an undergraduate or Master’s degree program with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1
Team player with excellent communication skills
Previous laboratory or pharmaceutical research experience in AI/ML, analytical development, bioassay development, biological testing of compounds, organic and peptide synthesis, chemical modality, computational biology, computational chemistry, delivery devices, molecular biology, protein expression, purification, 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/analytics tools, in an academic, project, or work setting

Benefits

Comp & perks

All interns will be considered for full-time positions based on their internship performance
Intern activities including sporting events, dinners, lunch and learns, volunteer activities, socializing, professional development, and learning more about Lilly
1 week of paid time off during the Lilly summer shut-down (July 5th – July 9th, 2027)
1:1 mentoring from an experienced professional in the function
Competitive salary
Free parking at the work site
Access to Lilly’s LIFE fitness center and bike garage
Other discounts
Subsidized housing if the intern's position requires a move from another location
Company bonus eligibility for full-time equivalent employees
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities