Masters Engineering Intern to Intern
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
Functional Overview & Responsibilities
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 2026. 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 Objective
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 MS Engineering program with completion of degree by August 2028.
- Successful completion of a previous Lilly internship.
Additional Preferences:
- Demonstrated analysis/problem assessment skills, communication (oral and written) skills, information/data monitoring skills, quality orientation, and teamwork/interpersonal skills
- Previous internships in the pharmaceutical industry
Additional Information:
- These are on-site positions located in the following areas: Indianapolis, IN, Lebanon, IN, Concord, NC, Durham, NC, or Kenosha, WI.
- All interns will be considered for full-time positions based on their internship performance and business needs.
- Lilly arranges various intern activities including networking events, dinners, lunch and learns, 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 (June 29th, 2026 – July 3rd, 2026 ).
- 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.
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 Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$58,000 - $100,320Full-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.
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