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Intern Technical

Las Vegas, NV ยท Hybrid

$17/hr

We are seeking a motivated and technically inclined Legal and Product Management Intern to join our ... Support the Intellectual Property (IP) Team with managing IP portfolios, including trademark ...

Intern Technical

Las Vegas, NV ยท Hybrid

$17/hr

We are seeking a motivated and technically inclined Legal and Product Management Intern to join our ... Support the Intellectual Property (IP) Team with managing IP portfolios, including trademark ...

Agronomy Intern

Trimont, MN ยท On-site

$15 - $16/hr

The agronomy intern will be responsible for assisting, coordinating and execution of all agronomy ... and intellectual property management. * Continuous improvement through self-development and ...

Agronomy Intern

Trimont, MN ยท On-site

$15 - $16/hr

The agronomy intern will be responsible for assisting, coordinating and execution of all agronomy ... and intellectual property management. * Continuous improvement through self-development and ...

Legal Intern

Oxford, CT ยท On-site

Intern - Oxford, CT DESCRIPTION: Gain professional experience within our Corporate Legal team ... Learn the essential principles of contract law, intellectual property, or other areas of interest.

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How much do intellectual property intern jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for intellectual property intern in the United States is $15.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Intellectual Property Intern do?

An Intellectual Property (IP) Intern assists legal and business teams in managing patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Responsibilities may include conducting research on IP laws, reviewing patent filings, analyzing potential infringements, and supporting IP strategy development. Interns often work with attorneys, engineers, and business professionals to protect and enforce intellectual property rights. This role provides valuable experience in IP law, innovation management, and legal compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Intellectual Property Intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intellectual Property Intern, you should have a strong understanding of intellectual property law fundamentals, attention to detail, and excellent research and analytical skills, often supported by coursework in law or a related field. Familiarity with IP management software, legal research databases like LexisNexis or Westlaw, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are commonly required. Strong communication, time management, and the ability to work collaboratively within a legal team will make you stand out. These qualities are important as they enable interns to support attorneys effectively, manage sensitive data accurately, and contribute meaningfully to complex legal projects.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect as an Intellectual Property Intern?

As an Intellectual Property Intern, you can expect to assist with a range of tasks such as conducting legal research, preparing patent or trademark filings, reviewing contracts, and organizing case documentation. You may also help track deadlines, monitor the status of IP applications, and prepare summaries or reports for attorneys. The internship is typically collaborative, involving close work with IP lawyers, paralegals, and sometimes clients, which provides valuable insight into real-world intellectual property practice. These hands-on experiences will help you build practical skills and a professional network, both of which are important for pursuing a future career in IP law.
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Infographic showing various Intellectual Property Intern job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% Internship, 37% Full Time, and 36% Part Time. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,050 per year, or $15.4 per hour.
Intellectual Property Intern

Intellectual Property Intern

Fenwick & West LLP

New York, NY โ€ข Hybrid

Part-time

Medical, Life

Posted 23 hours ago


Job description

Job Description Summary:

Fenwick is excited to offer an internship opportunity in our Intellectual Property (IP) department. This role provides hands-on experience supporting trademark operations while helping advance technology and AI driven workflow initiatives.

Job Description:

Interns will assist with designing and documenting workflows in a new trademark software system, including work related to AI-enabled processes such as prompt engineering and dataset auditing. Responsibilities may also include supporting software demos and developing internal guides to support adoption of new tools.

This internship can be based in our Washington, D.C. or New York, NY offices and will be hybrid, requiring at least one day onsite per week depending on availability and business needs. This is a non-exempt, part-time, or full-time role, and is expected to run through summer 2026.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a college degree program
  • Tech-savvy with strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Interest in intellectual property, AI, or legal technology
  • Strong communication skills
  • Eagerness to learn and collaborate in a professional environment

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Benefits and Compensation Details:

At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.

The anticipated range for this position is:

$1 - $1,500,000

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.