Summer Patent Engineer - IP Practice (Electrical/CS)

Foley & Lardner LLP; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a Summer Patent Engineer for a ten-week assignment in the Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices including Boston, Chicago, Milwaukee, San Diego, and Washington, D.C.

Qualified candidates will graduate in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Salary is $70,200 per year, pro-rated for the duration, with benefits not included.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Strong academic record with evidence of analytical ability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Foley's patent agents and attorneys.
• Work with inventors from innovative companies to support patent protection efforts.
• Assist in patent preparation, prosecution, and related filing processes.

Skills

Strong academics

Excellent written communication

Oral communication

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a Summer Patent Engineer for a ten-week assignment in the Intellectual Property Department across multiple offices including Boston, Chicago, Milwaukee, San Diego, and Washington, D.C.

Qualified candidates will graduate in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Salary is $70,200 per year, pro-rated for the duration, with benefits not included.