Clinical Data Scientist Intern

Job description

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**

**Clinical Data Scientist Internship** **Overview:**

Each intern will be assigned to a project giving them the opportunity to contribute to ongoing analytics initiatives or help lay the foundation for new initiatives within the Data and Analytics organization.

The intern will gain exposure to how analytics impacts clinical research, developing enterprise level solutions, and solving large, complex problems facing Lilly.

Interns will interact and work alongside other Clinical Data Sciences professionals, including Lilly senior management.

At the conclusion of the work period, each intern will present their project highlights, findings and general accomplishments to Clinical Data Sciences professionals.

The role requires an in-depth understanding of programming, logic, data flow, and database architecture.

Project opportunities are available in the following areas:

+ Cloud computing

+ Machine Learning

+ Process automation

+ Database development

+ Dashboard design and development

Lilly internships last for 12 continuous weeks, beginning in the last week of May.

Each intern will be assigned a project affording the opportunity to learn more about data science and analytics within clinical research, as well as gain real world experience developing solutions for the Data and Analytics organization.

Responsibilities during the internship may include, not limited to:

+ Develop an understanding of processes and procedures within the Data and Analytics business unit

+ Drive real time analytics to enable full value realization of emerging data collection modalities

+ Ensure system validation and reliability

+ Develops and tests new ideas and/or applies innovative solutions that create value

**Basic Qualifications**

Currently enrolled in a Master’s program for Data Science, Analytics, Bioinformatics, Informatics, Mathematics, Statistics, or other relevant Technical Science with an expected graduation date of Dec.

2026 – May 2027.

**Additional** **Functional Job Skills & Preference**

+ Proficient in R or Python programming

+ Experience in implementing ML algorithms

+ Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

+ Exposure to dashboard development in PowerBI or Tableau

+ Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration on diverse teams

**Additional Information**

+ 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 (June 29th,2026 – July 3rd, 2026

+ 1:1 mentoring from an experienced professional in the function

+ Interns will receive a competitive salary and free parking at their work site, as well as access to Lilly’s LIFE fitness center, bike garage, and many other discounts

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

$43,000 - $110,000

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

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

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