Intern - Clinical Laboratory Science

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us. 

Intern – Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Positions: 1

Start date: January OR March/April ( course Dependant)

Duration: Course Dependant

Salary: €30,500

Location: Lilly, GBS Little Island

Type: Hybrid role requiring the successful candidate to be on site 50% of the month in Little Island, Cork and 50% working remotely.

Course Eligibility: Bsc or MSc in Biomedical sciences, Clinical research or related field.

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 47,000 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 patients around the world.

Eli Lilly Cork is made up of a talented diverse team of over 2,000 employees across 60 nationalities who deliver innovative solutions that add value across a variety of Business Service functions including Finance, Information Technology, Medical, Clinical Trials and more.

Lilly offers a premium workspace across our campus in Little Island, complete with flexible hybrid working options, healthcare, pension and life assurance benefits, subsidised canteen, onsite gym, travel subsidies and on-site parking.  Inhouse People Development services, Educational Assistance, and our ‘Live Your BEST Life’ wellbeing initiatives are just some of the holistic benefits that enhance the career experience for our colleagues.

Come join our team - Be Creative, Be an Innovator, and most of all, Be Yourself!

Purpose of the Team and About the Role 

CLS provides comprehensive ‘’fit for purpose’’ solutions that leverage routine and novel clinical laboratory, imaging, digital and diagnostic strategies to accelerate the portfolio and reach more patients. 

The purpose of the CLS Intern is to support CLA’s and trial execution across Therapeutic Area’s by executing core operational tasks, streamline workflows, reduce redundancy and optimize processes to ensure efficient resource use.  This will be achieved by providing technical, process and logistical support as it relates to the management of laboratory data and sample/data tracking.  The CLS Intern will partner with CLS Associates to support the CLS global team in delivering high-quality data and operational excellence across global clinical trials. 

This role requires understanding of CLS processes, central laboratory processes, clinical and sample processing. This internship offers hands-on exposure to clinical lab operations, data tracking systems, and cross-functional collaboration in a regulated environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Sample & Data Tracking Support 

Assist with tracking biological samples using SMART and other internal systems. 

Support verification processes (e.g., 1st & 2nd person checks in IWRS). 

Help monitor and update patient status reports and imaging trackers. 

Document & Report Management 

Upload and organise lab reports in SharePoint, MS Teams, and CLS Hub. 

Assist with eTMF uploads and document reconciliation. 

Support creation and maintenance of study-specific trackers and manifests. 

Operational Support 

Participate and organise team/topic presentations and team building events. 

Contribute to process improvement initiatives and team newsletters. 

Communication & Collaboration 

Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g., CRAs, CLAs) to follow up on queries. 

Attend monthly team meetings and contribute to note-taking and task follow-ups. 

Compliance 

Maintain compliance with all departmental, Medical Quality Systems (MQS), and Lilly Research Laboratory (LRL) training requirements.  

Learning Outcomes 

By the end of the internship, you will: 

• Have knowledge of clinical drug development and end-to-end lifecycle of clinical trials. 
• Gain familiarity with regulatory documentation and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). 
• Develop skills in data management, communication, and project coordination. 
• Experience working in a global pharmaceutical environment with real-world impact. 

Requirements 

• Currently pursuing a 3rd level degree in Biomedical Science, Clinical Research, or a related field and ready to pursue student placement as part of an undergraduate/master's program. 
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams. 
• Interest in clinical research, diagnostics, or laboratory operations. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills. 
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn. 

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 does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.