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At SLW, we're passionate about innovation and the role intellectual property plays in shaping the future. Explore our full-time roles—Patent Attorney, Patent Agent, Technical Specialist—and Summer 2025 Internships for law students and engineering students (San Jose only for engineering).

Full-Time | All Locations
(Cloud + Physical Offices)
  • Strong technical skills (CS, EE, ME) or advanced degrees in chemistry/biotech
  • 5+ years of drafting & prosecuting experience preferred
  • Collaborative IP-focused environment

Full-Time | All Locations
(Cloud + Physical Offices)
  • B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in engineering, software or closely related fields
  • USPTO registration required
  • Hands-on prosecution across diverse technologies

Full-Time | San Jose
(In Office)
  • Graduates with B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in engineering, software or closely related fields
  • Excellent technical and writing skills; strong interpersonal skills

Summer 2027 | Minneapolis & San Jose
(June-August)
  • Law students with a B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in engineering, software or related fields
  • Excellent technical and writing skills; strong interpersonal skills
  • Client exposure, structured training and mentorship opportunities
  • Summer 2027 clerkship applications will be accepted starting in August 2026.

Summer 2026 | San Jose only
(June-August)
  • 3rd-year or post-grad engineering students (advanced degrees preferred)
  • Excellent technical and writing skills; strong interpersonal skills
  • Client exposure, structured training and mentorship opportunities

SLW San Jose Office
Thursday, June 18, 2026 - Friday, June 19, 2026

Learn about patent law fundamentals through SLW's two-day interactive workshop.

How To Apply

Use the Apply Now buttons or email hcosentino@slwip.com with the requested materials. Please include the role in your subject line and preferred office location.