Data Engineer – Intern to Fulltime – Undergrad
About this internship
Eli Lilly and Company is hiring a Data Engineer Intern-to-Fulltime (Undergrad) role based on-site in Indianapolis, IN. This position is aimed at students in a relevant bachelor’s program (such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering/Technology, IT, or Security) with an expected graduation by August 2026, and who have completed the 2025 Lilly technology summer internship. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States, and Lilly will not sponsor or support work authorization/visas for this role. The listed annual salary is $82,000.
Qualifications
Required
- Enrolled in and attending school, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering/Technology, Information Technology, Security or another relevant computer and technical program with expected graduation by August 2026.
- Completion of the 2025 Lilly technology summer internship.
- Qualified applicantsBe 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 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.
Nice to have
- Coursework or project experience that demonstrates strong programming fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working on team-based class projects, including collaborating, documenting work, and communicating progress.
- Comfort learning new tools and systems quickly in an on-site environment.
- Interest in applying data engineering skills in biotechnology and health care contexts.
- Ability to balance internship-to-full-time transition planning with academic commitments through expected graduation.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before applying, confirm you meet the work authorization requirement and that your status does not fall under the listed visa categories Lilly won’t support (for example, F-1 OPT or STEM OPT). Be ready to clearly note your expected graduation date (by August 2026) and your completion of the 2025 Lilly technology summer internship on your resume. If you’re local to Indianapolis, mention your availability for on-site work.