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Trainee Patent Attorney Summer Intern - Engineering (Bath/Cardiff)

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EIP

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Insight Week
  • Legal
    Engineering
  • Bath

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant degree, have strong communication and research skills, be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently under pressure with a professional attitude.
  • You will attend induction and training sessions on patent protection and IP laws, while shadowing a mentor and assisting with tasks to gain insight into a patent attorney's work.

Requirements

  • We are seeking individuals who are curious about intellectual property and have a keen interest in patents. You will be in the process of undertaking a bachelors and/or masters degree with an engineering, mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering or other similar background. Successful candidates will also be able to demonstrate the following:
  • An appropriate professional attitude (personable, well prepared, flexible and enthusiastic)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to deal with a variety of people at different levels
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent research and presentation skills
  • Self-motivation, and the ability to manage own workload
  • Meticulous attention to detail, and an analytical mind
  • Initiative and the ability to act independently

Responsibilities

  • Join informative induction sessions into life at our firm
  • Attend training sessions designed to provide further insight into topics such as, but not limited to, the basics of patent protection, the role of a patent attorney, working as a trainee and key IP rights and laws
  • Shadow your mentor and assist with various tasks designed to provide a representative insight into the typical work of a patent attorney

FAQs

What is the duration of the Trainee Patent Attorney Summer Intern internship?

The internship lasts for 2 weeks, starting on Monday, June 23, 2025.

Is this internship a paid opportunity?

Yes, the internship is a paid opportunity, and interns will receive an allowance for the duration of their internship.

What academic background is required for this internship?

Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's and/or master's degree in engineering, mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering, or a similar field.

Will interns receive training during the internship?

Yes, interns will attend training sessions that provide insight into patent protection, the role of a patent attorney, and key IP rights and laws.

What kind of support will interns receive during their internship?

Interns will be assigned a mentor and supervisor, with the mentor typically being a current patent scientist, associate, or senior associate, and the supervisor usually being one of the partners.

Does EIP offer opportunities for permanent positions after the internship?

Yes, those who are successful in receiving an internship offer will be considered for a permanent patent scientist or trainee patent attorney opportunity during the internship.

What qualities are EIP looking for in candidates?

EIP seeks individuals who demonstrate a professional attitude, excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, attention to detail, self-motivation, and initiative.

Is EIP an equal opportunities employer?

Yes, EIP values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of perceived differences.

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EIP

We specialise in high-value and complex patent matters.

Law
Industry
51-200
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We specialise in high-value and complex patent matters. Our multidisciplinary team combines patent attorneys, litigators and commercial IP lawyers in three of the world’s main patent markets - Germany, UK and USA and now also in the Nordics through our recent expansion into Sweden. Our patent drafting, prosecution and challenges practice obtains and defends high-value and complex patents for clients, and invalidates patents held by others during post-grant proceedings including oppositions at the European Patent Office (EPO). EIP’s litigation practice has built a strong reputation for quality and success amongst its competitors and clients, with a strong track record including success in a landmark ruling on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) from the UK Supreme Court. Increasingly our patent attorneys work closely with the litigation team in the UK and Germany providing additional technical expertise on large scale international patent litigation matters. We have represented clients in hundreds of oppositions before the EPO. We counsel clients on strategic patent portfolio development, and have implemented high-level IP strategies for some of the world’s largest companies. We also offer commercial advice on the exploitation and use of the full range of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) including patents, trademarks, design rights, copyright and other ancillary issues arising in relation to data protection and rights of privacy.