Entry-Level Patent Prosecution Agent

Perkins Coie LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie seeks technical advisors to join its Patent Prosecution practice in its Austin, New York, San Diego, Seattle offices. Candidates should hold a technical degree and have strong academics and references.

The program begins full-time in June 2027, with opportunities to draft and prosecute patent applications under the guidance of experienced attorneys. From day one, patent agents work with attorneys to develop legal skills and advance toward potential law school paths.

Qualifications

• Degree holders with strong academic credentials and references.
• Interest in becoming a patent agent and willingness to start full-time in June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Work closely with attorneys and other legal personnel to develop legal skills.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Computer science

Physics

Mechanical engineering

Biomedical engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie seeks technical advisors to join its Patent Prosecution practice in its Austin, New York, San Diego, Seattle offices. Candidates should hold a technical degree and have strong academics and references.

The program begins full-time in June 2027, with opportunities to draft and prosecute patent applications under the guidance of experienced attorneys. From day one, patent agents work with attorneys to develop legal skills and advance toward potential law school paths.