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

Foley & Lardner LLP; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking Summer Patent Engineers for a ten-week assignment in the Intellectual Property Department. The positions involve working with patent agents and attorneys to support inventors seeking patent protection. Open to candidates graduating in December 2027 or May/June 2028 with an undergraduate Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree.

The salary for this position is $70,200 per year, pro-rated for the duration. This role is not eligible for benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires strong academic background and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Undergraduate degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, Computer) or Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Foley's patent agents and attorneys to assist with patent protection processes.
• Support inventors from client companies in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Skills

Strong academic background

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Willingness to take on challenges

Education

Undergraduate Engineering or Computer Science degree

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.