About this role
Summer Intern - Trainee Patent Attorney
STEM Discipline: Mechanical Engineering/ Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Location: Bath
Duration: 2‑week full‑time internship
Timing: 29th June for 2 weeks
Paid Opportunity
EIP is pleased to offer a two‑week Summer Internship for individuals interested in gaining first‑hand insight into the work of a patent attorney. This programme provides a valuable opportunity to explore what a career in patent law involves and to help you assess whether it’s the right path for you.
Interns who perform strongly during the programme may also be considered for a permanent Patent Scientist / Trainee Patent Attorney position for the following September.
What To Expect
As an Intern at EIP, you will:
- Take part in induction sessions introducing you to the firm
- Attend training sessions covering topics such as the basics of patent protection, the role of a patent attorney, life as a trainee, and key IP rights and laws
Shadow your mentor and support them with tasks designed to give you a realistic insight into patent attorney work - You will be assigned both a mentor (typically a patent scientist, associate, or senior associate) and a supervisor (usually a partner), each aligned with your technical background and interests. This ensures tailored guidance and meaningful exposure throughout your time with us.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals who are curious about intellectual property and enthusiastic about exploring a career in patents.
Successful candidates will be currently be in the penultimate year of a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering / Electrical and Electronic Engineering and demonstrate:
- A professional and personable approach
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence working with people at all levels
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong research and presentation skills
- Self‑motivation and effective workload management
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical ability
- Initiative and the ability to work independently
Who We Are
EIP is an award‑winning firm specialising in high‑value and complex patent matters, with offices across Europe and the US. Our multidisciplinary team brings together patent attorneys, litigators, and commercial IP lawyers across major patent markets including the UK, Europe and the USA.
We work with a diverse and growing client base - from major multinationals to innovative scale‑ups and cutting‑edge start‑ups - helping them protect and maximise the value of their intellectual property.
Other facts
About EIP Europe LLP
EIP is a leading intellectual property law firm, trusted by businesses worldwide to turn innovation into competitive advantage.
We partner with our clients on high-value, complex patent ventures and work across industries to protect ideas and transform legal safeguards into strategic growth.
Our multidisciplinary team of litigators, patent attorneys, and commercial IP lawyers, deliver integrated advice internationally. From patenting and consulting to litigation, we manage global portfolios and drive innovation in emerging technologies.
Our team advises on strategic patent portfolio development and implements high-level IP strategies for some of the world’s largest companies. With proven success at the UK Supreme Court and hundreds of oppositions, we help clients defend strategic patent portfolios.
For more than 25 years, we’ve partnered with businesses to protect their ideas and leverage IP as a powerful business asset.
What you'll do
- Interns will participate in induction and training sessions, gaining insight into patent law and the role of a patent attorney. They will shadow a mentor and assist with tasks to understand the work involved in patent attorney roles.
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