Summer Patent Engineer – Collaborate with Inventors & IP Team

Foley & Lardner LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Summer Patent Engineers for a ten-week assignment in the Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices. The role involves working with patent agents and attorneys and with inventors to help protect new innovations.

Candidates graduating in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields are welcome. Salary is $70,200 per year, pro-rated; benefits are not included.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Eagerness to confront new challenges and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Work with Foley's patent agents and attorneys to support patent protection efforts.
• Collaborate with inventors from innovative companies during the patent process.

Skills

Strong academics

Written & oral communication

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Bachelors in Computer Engineering

Bachelors in Computer Science

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Summer Patent Engineers for a ten-week assignment in the Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices. The role involves working with patent agents and attorneys and with inventors to help protect new innovations.

Candidates graduating in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields are welcome. Salary is $70,200 per year, pro-rated; benefits are not included.