Summer Patent Engineer (Electronics Practice Group) - Internship (2027)

Foley & Lardner LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Summer Patent Engineers for a ten-week position in the Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices, including Chicago. Candidates graduating in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with a degree in EE, CE, CS or related field are invited to apply. The salary is $70,200/year, pro-rated based on the duration of employment.

This role is not eligible for benefits. Foley is an Affirmative Action/EOE/Vet/Disabled employer, with consideration for applicants with

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Graduating December 2027 or May/June 2028.
• Strong academic background with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willing to work with patent agents, attorneys and inventors on patent protection.

Responsibilities

• Assist patent agents and attorneys in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Collaborate with inventors from innovative companies.
• Work across Foley's offices in multiple locations.

Skills

Strong academic background

Excellent written and oral comms

Eagerness to confront challenges

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Summer Patent Engineers (a ten-week position) to join the Intellectual Property Department in multiple offices. We are seeking individuals with strong academic backgrounds, excellent written and oral communication skills, and an eagerness to confront new challenges and responsibilities. The position will entail working with Foley's patent agents and attorneys, as well as inventors from innovative companies as they seek patent protection on their latest innovations.

This position is for the following Foley offices: Boston, Chicago, Milwaukee, San Diego, Washington, D.C.

This position is open to all qualified candidates who will graduate in December of 2027, or May/June of 2028, with an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Foley & Lardner LLP offers a competitive compensation structure applicable to all positions. The salary for this position is $70,200/year, pro-rated based on the duration of employment. This role is not eligible for benefits.

Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affiramtive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.