Intern – Legal / U.S. Intellectual Property, Summer 2026 - Remote

Overview

The U.S. IP Group is seeking a Summer Legal Intern for a 10–12‑week internship located in the Cleveland–Akron, Ohio region. This opportunity is ideal for a law student who has completed their first year (1L) and possesses an undergraduate degree in engineering or a scientific discipline. The position offers a hybrid work model with strong remote flexibility.

In Short

• Conduct legal research on U.S. and international IP issues.
• Summarize case law, statutes, regulations, and administrative decisions.
• Analyze engineering and scientific materials.
• Conduct prior-art searches for patentability, validity, and infringement evaluations.
• Assist attorneys with preparation and review of patent-related filings.
• Draft claim charts, invention summaries, and evaluations of invention disclosures.
• Support attorneys with Office Action response preparation under supervision.
• Prepare written memoranda, reports, and research summaries.
• Support patent portfolio management, including file reviews and organization of documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, R&D teams, and business personnel to gather technical information.

Requirements

• Completion of first year of law school (1L) at an accredited institution by the start of the internship.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or the sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Strong research, analytical, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to understand and communicate complex technical concepts.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week during normal business hours (Mon-Fri)
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Comfortable with hybrid work, including remote and on‑site components in the Cleveland–Akron area.

Benefits

• Competitive Intern Pay
• Hands on experience with the team
• Project Experience
• Intern Socials/Mixers
• Mentorship Opportunities
• Networking
• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!