Patent Engineer - Mechanical & Electromechanical Tech

Foley & Lardner LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join its Intellectual Property Department across Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C. Graduates in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in CS, Engineering, Physics or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should have strong written and oral communication skills and a drive to tackle new challenges. Selected candidates will work with inventors from innovative companies as they seek patent protection for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in CS/Engineering/Physics or related field.
• Graduating December 2026 or May/June 2027.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and willingness to take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with inventors to obtain patent protection.
• Assist in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Support the IP team across multiple offices in the filing process.

Skills

Academic excellence

Written communication

Oral communication

Eagerness to learn

Education

CS (Undergraduate)

Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)

Physics

Related field

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Patent Engineers to join its Intellectual Property Department across Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Washington, D.C. Graduates in December 2026 or May/June 2027 with degrees in CS, Engineering, Physics or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should have strong written and oral communication skills and a drive to tackle new challenges. Selected candidates will work with inventors from innovative companies as they seek patent protection for