About the role#
K&L Gates is hiring 2L students for our 2028 Summer Associate Program. This role focuses on our Intellectual Property practice, specifically within IP Procurement and Portfolio Management and IP Litigation. You will gain a full picture of the firm while working in our Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Pittsburgh, or Seattle offices.
What you'll do#
- Work closely with experienced lawyers on active matters.
- Learn about our clients, internal practices, and firm culture.
- Participate in active mentoring throughout the summer.
What you'll need#
- A strong, expressed interest in Intellectual Property law.
- A bachelor’s or advanced degree in a physical science or technical field, such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Computer Science, or Engineering.
- Coursework or background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science is preferred.
- Superior academic credentials.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Location & details#
- Locations: Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Pittsburgh, PA; Seattle, WA.
- Term: Summer 2028.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time and paid position.
About K&L Gates
K&L Gates is a law firm based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It operates as a partnership with a staff size between 1,001 and 5,000 employees. The firm provides legal counsel to global corporations, public sector entities, and individual clients. Its practice covers corporate law, regulatory law, and litigation across industries like energy, technology, and finance.
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