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

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

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP invites applicants for a ten-week Summer Patent Engineer position in the Intellectual Property Department across Foley offices in Boston, Chicago, Milwaukee, San Diego, and Washington, D.C. Eligible candidates will graduate in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with a B.S.

in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, and possess strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in EE, CE, CS or related field required.
• Graduating December 2027 or May/June 2028.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Foley's patent agents and attorneys.
• Work with inventors from innovative companies on patent protection.
• Support IP department activities across multiple offices.

Skills

Strong academic background

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Eagerness to take on challenges

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Bachelors in Computer Engineering

Bachelors in 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.