Summer Technical Advisor Intern - Patent Strategy & Draft

McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff invites applications for its 2027 Summer Technical Advisor Intern Program in Chicago. Technical Advisors collaborate with attorneys to tackle technical challenges, develop patent strategies, perform prior art searches, and draft patent applications.

This 10-week internship runs May 17, 2027 to July 23, 2027. You will work with partner-mentors, gain hands-on experience, and participate in social events while building a strong foundation for a career in patent

Qualifications

• Engineering or scientific background such as physics, applied physics, quantum informational science, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or similar

Responsibilities

• Draft patent applications
• Conduct technical research
• Assist with freedom-to-operate analyses
• Collaborate with partner-mentors to develop patent strategies

Skills

Engineering background

Physics

Computer science

Electrical engineering

Job description

McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff invites applications for its 2027 Summer Technical Advisor Intern Program in Chicago. Technical Advisors collaborate with attorneys to tackle technical challenges, develop patent strategies, perform prior art searches, and draft patent applications.

This 10-week internship runs May 17, 2027 to July 23, 2027. You will work with partner-mentors, gain hands-on experience, and participate in social events while building a strong foundation for a career in patent