Summer Patent Engineer (Mechanical & Electromechanical Technology Practice Group) - Internship (2027)

Foley & Lardner LLP; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 2,843,000 - 3,545,000; Part time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Summer Patent Engineers for a ten-week internship across several offices (Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, Washington, D.C.). The program targets graduates December 2027 or May/June 2028 with an Engineering or Computer Science degree.

Applicants should have strong written and oral communication skills and a readiness to tackle new challenges while collaborating with patent agents, attorneys, and inventors to seek patent protection for innovations.

Qualifications

• Open to graduates in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with an Engineering or Computer Science degree.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Eagerness to confront new challenges and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Foley's patent agents and attorneys.
• Work with inventors from innovative companies to seek patent protection.
• Support the IP Department across multiple offices during the ten-week program.

Skills

Strong academic background

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering or 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, Detroit, Milwaukee, and 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 Engineering (such as Mechanical, Biomedical, Computer), 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 Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled.