What if your career path could help change the way the world treats some of its biggest health challenges? Eli Lilly and Company has been actively recruiting at UNC-Chapel Hill for more than four years, participating in career fairs and employer programs through the Career Center and Kenan-Flagler Business School. This global company with two locations in North Carolina knows that Tar Heels bring perspectives from across disciplines and can think beyond their major. Whether you’re studying public health, pharmacy, business, STEM, or something else entirely, Lilly might be a good match with your career path.
Who is Lilly?
For more than 150 years, Lilly has been turning scientific discoveries into medicines that make life better for people around the world. Today, the company has more than 50,000 employees around the world working on some of healthcare’s biggest challenges: diabetes, Alzheimer’s, cancer, and more.
Why Lilly Recruits UNC Students
While you might think of a pharmaceutical company as a place exclusively for scientists, Lilly’s work goes far beyond the lab. Public health, pharmacy, business, STEM, and many other fields all play a role in bringing treatment to patients. That means there are plenty of ways to make an impact, regardless of what you’re studying.
Lilly’s work is guided by three core values: integrity, excellence, and respect for people. These values shape how employees approach their work, collaborate with colleagues, and pursue the company’s goal of making life better for millions of people. For students exploring careers in pharmaceuticals and healthcare, Lilly offers the chance to see how science, business, and people come together to solve real-world problems.
Perspective from a current employee
“If you’re seeking a workplace with a strong culture, amazing people, exciting challenges, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of many, then Lilly is the place for you.”
How to Connect with Lilly
You can meet Lilly on campus Fall 2026:
- Stop by Lilly’s Mobile Research Unit on September 14 outside Wilson Library to learn more about the company’s work, pick up some swag, and connect with the team.
- Find Lilly at the Fall Jobs and Internships Career Fair on September 16-17 to ask questions, explore career opportunities, and get a better sense of what working at Lilly could look like.
You don’t have to have your entire career figured out to start a conversation! Follow Lilly on Handshake, check out its employer profile, and connect with the team at upcoming campus events!
Recruitment Contact: Maria Balbuena | balbuena_maria_c@lilly.com
