Eli Lilly and Company is a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, dedicated to discovering and delivering life-changing medicines. With a strong commitment to innovation and patient care, Lilly focuses on improving disease management and giving back to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.
At Lilly, employees are encouraged to bring their best efforts to work while prioritizing people. The company fosters an inclusive environment where diverse talents contribute to groundbreaking scientific advancements.
Job Description: Global Scientific Communications Intern
Purpose of the Role
Scientific data is at the heart of Lilly’s mission. The Global Scientific Communications (GSC) Intern will support teams in ensuring accurate, balanced, and timely dissemination of scientific information to regulators, healthcare professionals, and patients. This role is ideal for fresh graduates looking to build expertise in medical writing, clinical trial documentation, and scientific communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Learn and assist in data integrity, scientific editing, clinical trial registry management, and document preparation.
- Support the coordination of scientific disclosures, including drafting, editing, and reviewing documents.
- Participate in quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Gain exposure to project management within GSC, including timeline management.
- Develop therapeutic area knowledge (e.g., neuroscience, oncology, cardiovascular, immunology).
- Enhance scientific communication skills tailored to different audiences.
- Contribute to process improvements and best practices in scientific documentation.
- Learn to use document management systems and databases relevant to GSC.
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in science, health, communications, health economics, public health, or related fields.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Successful completion of a writing exercise (part of the evaluation process).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, MA, MBBS) in a relevant discipline.
- Experience in medical/scientific writing, clinical research, or health outcomes.
- Knowledge of clinical development, regulatory processes, or health economics.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management tools.
Why Join Eli Lilly?
- Hands-on experience in a global pharmaceutical leader.
- Career growth opportunities in scientific communications and medical writing.
- Inclusive workplace with a focus on diversity and employee well-being.
- Networking with industry experts and cross-functional teams.
