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

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

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Summer Patent Engineers (ten-week position) to join the Intellectual Property Department in multiple offices, including Milwaukee. This role will involve collaborating with patent agents and attorneys and with inventors from innovative companies to secure patent protection for their latest innovations.

Candidates must graduate December 2027 or May/June 2028 with an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• Strong academic background.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Graduating December 2027 or May/June 2028 with an engineering/CS degree or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Foley's patent agents and attorneys on patent protection efforts.
• Engage with inventors from innovative companies to understand inventions and draft patent-related work.

Skills

Written and 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.