Campus - Study Build Programmer Intern

Functional Overview

Study Build Programmer Internship Overview:
Each intern will be assigned to a project giving them the opportunity to work on a team of programmers to test and validate clinical data capture systems or develop innovative solutions to streamline existing processes. The intern will gain exposure into how clinical research data is collected, validated, stored, aggregated, and transformed across enterprise level systems. 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, but not limited to:

• Electronic data capture system testing and validation
• Clinical database programming and development
• Data standardization and normalization
• Process automation

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 how clinical trial databases and data capture systems are constructed, managed, and validated.

• Develop an understanding of processes and procedures within the Data and Analytics business unit
• Ensure system validation and reliability
• Develops and tests new ideas and/or applies innovative solutions to aid in automating existing processes
• Ensure data collection systems and database mappings are delivered accurately and in alignment with clinical trial objectives

As part of Lilly's commitment to innovation, interns will have the opportunity to build fluency with AI tools used across the business. We expect interns to approach these tools with curiosity, apply critical thinking to AI-assisted work, and always prioritize accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical standards in how they use them.

Currently enrolled in a Master's program for Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Informatics, or the Life Sciences with an expected graduation date of Dec. 2027 – May 2028. Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.

• Proficient in R, Python, or SQL programming
• Understanding of databases and how data flows through different aggregate systems
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration on diverse teams
• 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.

• 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 5th – July 9th)
• 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
• If the intern's job position requires a move from another location, Lilly will provide subsidized housing

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