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Job Description
Intellectual Property Legal Intern
Calix is looking for a motivated student to join our Legal team as a Summer Intern. You will be part of a unique and award-winning internship program, gaining new skills through training and on-the-job learning. The program is expected to last 90 days.
Role Overview
This role is within the Intellectual Property/Products legal department, focusing on intellectual property, litigation, products, and artificial intelligence. You will support various aspects of the IP/Products function, including patents, trademarks, open source, artificial intelligence, and contract negotiations.
Responsibilities And Duties
- Creating or updating policies for the patent program.
- Assisting with identification of and/or review of patentable inventions.
- Performing patent analysis.
- Creating or updating policies for the trademark program.
- Supporting review of artificial intelligence functionality.
- Assisting in contract negotiations, particularly where IP or AI issues arise.
- Supporting litigation and/or indemnification matters.
- Assisting with ad-hoc projects by researching legal issues and regulatory developments and preparing summaries.
- Collaborating with Calix’s team of in-house attorneys, outside counsel, business, and engineering groups.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an ABA-accredited law school.
- Interest in pursuing a career in intellectual property.
- Some coursework in intellectual property.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
- Experience in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
- An undergraduate or graduate degree in a technical or scientific field is a plus.
- Experience with AI is a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Availability for the complete summer break (May - August or June - September).
Compensation
The base pay range varies by geographic location. Specific pay information will be shared during the recruitment process and is determined by factors including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- San Francisco Bay Area: $29.90 - $36.80 USD Hourly
- Select US Metros And States: $26.00 - $32.00 USD Hourly
- Other US Locations: $23.40 - $28.80 USD Hourly
Key skills/competency
- Intellectual Property Law
- Patent Law
- Trademark Law
- AI Law
- Contract Negotiation
- Legal Research
- Regulatory Development
- Litigation Support
- In-house Counsel
- Technical Acumen
How to Get Hired at Calix
- Tailor your resume: Highlight coursework in intellectual property and any technical/engineering background. Emphasize analytical and communication skills for the Intellectual Property Legal Intern role.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Express your specific interest in Calix's IP/Products legal department and your career aspirations in intellectual property law. Mention your availability for the full summer internship period.
- Showcase technical aptitude: Clearly list any experience in computer science, engineering, or AI. Demonstrate your understanding of how technology intersects with legal matters.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your understanding of IP concepts, your problem-solving approach, and your collaboration skills with legal and business teams.
- Research Calix: Understand their products, services, and the innovative work they do in the technology sector. Align your interest with their company mission.
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