ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Patent Law Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Bedgear

Software Engineer Intern

Rock Hill, SC · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

... law) Grade: 1 Why Work @ BEDGEAR? If you're looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR ... S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything ...

Meta

Research Scientist Intern, AI Alignment

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$7.6K - $12K/mo

... patents, as well as publications at leading workshops or conferences such as NeurIPS, ICLR, AAAI ... Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note ...

Meta

Research Scientist Intern, AI Alignment

Seattle, WA

$7.6K - $12K/mo

... patents, as well as publications at leading workshops or conferences such as NeurIPS, ICLR, AAAI ... Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note ...

Meta

Research Scientist Intern, AI Alignment

Boston, MA

$7.6K - $12K/mo

... patents, as well as publications at leading workshops or conferences such as NeurIPS, ICLR, AAAI ... Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All Jobsinternship JobsLegal JobsLegal Specialist JobsPatent Law Intern Jobs

Patent Law Intern information

See salary details

$11

$19

$29

How much do patent law intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for patent law intern in the United States is $19.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patent law intern?

A Patent Law Intern assists patent attorneys with legal research, drafting patent applications, and analyzing intellectual property issues. They may review prior art, help with patent prosecution, and ensure filings comply with patent law. Interns gain hands-on experience in intellectual property law, working closely with professionals to understand patent strategies and regulations. This role is ideal for law students or technical graduates interested in patent law.

What does a patent law intern do?

As a Patent Law Intern, your day often involves conducting patent searches, assisting with preparing and filing patent applications, and performing legal research related to intellectual property issues. You may work closely with patent attorneys, inventors, and technical experts to gather information and ensure the accuracy of legal documents. Interns often participate in team meetings, review correspondence from patent offices, and help respond to office actions or requests for additional information. This hands-on experience provides valuable exposure to the patent process and the opportunity to build essential skills for a future career in patent law.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patent law intern?

A Patent Law Intern typically needs a background in law and a solid understanding of intellectual property principles, often accompanied by coursework in science or engineering. Familiarity with patent databases, legal research tools such as LexisNexis or Westlaw, and readiness to work with patent filing systems is valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication are standout soft skills for this position. These capabilities are crucial for supporting attorneys in drafting patent applications, conducting prior art searches, and ensuring legal documentation accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

More about Patent Law Intern jobs

What cities are hiring for Patent Law Intern jobs?

Cities with the most Patent Law Intern job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Patent Law jobs?

The most popular types of Patent Law jobs are:

What states have the most Patent Law Intern jobs?

States with the most job openings for Patent Law Intern jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Patent Law Intern jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Patent Law Intern jobs are:

Patent Law Intern jobs near you
Infographic showing various Patent Law Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,159 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Research Scientist Intern, Optical System Design (PhD)

Meta

Redmond, WA

Internship

Posted 15 days ago

Meta rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

138th of 247 rated software companies

Job description

Meta Reality Labs brings together a team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. And just as personal computers have done over the past 45 years, AR and VR will ultimately change everything about how we work, play, and connect. We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interface, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. Some of those will advance much faster than others, but they all need to happen to enable AR and VR that are so compelling that they become an integral part of our lives.Our internships are twelve to twenty-four weeks long and we have various start dates throughout the year.
Research Scientist Intern, Optical System Design (PhD) Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners, including communicating research plans, progress, and results
  • Publish research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development
  • Develop next-generation AR/VR displays with an emphasis on advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and understand the perceptual impact of those concepts
  • Collaborate with larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to explore novel solution space for AR/VR devices
  • Explore the application of at least one of the following: geometrical optics, diffraction optics, polarization optics, illumination, optical system design
  • This position will have an emphasis on advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and the perceptual impact of those concepts

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Opto-Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computational Imaging or relevant technical field
  • Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
  • 2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas of optical research: physical optics, geometric optics, aberration theory, optical system prototyping
  • 2+ years of experience with optical design programs such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, LightTools, FRED, or similar
  • 2+ years of experience with scientific programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, and Mathematica)

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences
  • Intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op
  • 2+ years of experience in system-level prototyping work, including hands-on prototyping of benchtop optical components
  • Experience working and communicating cross-functionally in a team environment
  • Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences such as JOSA, SPIE, OSA, IEEE, CLEO, or similar

About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$7,313/month to $12,667/month + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

What Meta employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply