2026 Summer Clerkship Program
About The Position
The firm is seeking current law students for its summer clerkship program. Our summer clerkship program provides aspiring patent attorneys with a thorough exposure to the profession. Summer clerks work under the mentorship of our attorneys to assist with a variety of client projects related to patent prosecution. These projects may include preparation of responses to office actions, preparation of patent applications, conducting searches for prior art, and preparing appeal briefs. We work with our clients in a variety of technologies, and we hope to provide our summer clerks with experience in a technology area that closely matches both their technical background and their interests. We also seek to provide summer clerks with exposure to client interactions, such as attending meetings and participating in teleconferences with clients, where appropriate.
Requirements
- Applicants should be current law students
- Have a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering. Equivalent degrees will be considered.
- Applicants should be interested in patent law, as shown by coursework or legal experience.
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (“green card”) status may be required before consideration for a position at SLW.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degrees are a plus.
- Technical work experience is highly valued, especially industry experience in designing, developing, testing, or supporting software, hardware, or networking technologies.
- An ideal applicant is able to demonstrate a strong interest in patent prosecution specifically.
- Candidates who are registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Assist with a variety of client projects related to patent prosecution
- Preparation of responses to office actions
- Preparation of patent applications
- Conducting searches for prior art
- Preparing appeal briefs
- Attending meetings and participating in teleconferences with clients, where appropriate
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Career Level
Intern
