Patent Internship (Electrical EngineeringICT) Melbourne

Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / AI PatentIntern - Melbourne

(2026/2027 Internship Program)

Location: Melbourne

Industry:Intellectual Property

Term:Casual/Vacation

For over 140 years Davies Collison Cave (DCC) have beenprotecting creativity and embracing innovation. We are one ofthe largest most respected Intellectual Property Firms in SouthEast Asia. We service local and international clients withoffices in Singapore Hong Kong Australia New Zealand andMalaysia. Our renowned team of talented professionals workwith world-class clients and brands across three core servicesareas: Patents; Trademarks and Intellectual Property law.

The strength of DCC is and has always been the experience andexpertise of our people. Many of our practitioners arerecognised as world leaders in their field. Our values ofexcellence through collegiality and engaging leadership haveallowed us to attract the finest talent with diverse skills andbackgrounds andaccess to rewarding and fulfilling careerpathways. We are committed to providing the development andtraining to give our employees the support they need to developtheir career in IP.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking talented undergraduate or post-graduate studentswho have a genuine interest in becoming a patent attorney toundertake an internship with our Electrical Engineering and ICTteam in Melbourne.

The DCC Patent Internship Program provides hands on workexperience at a leading IP firm. You will have the opportunity towork alongside world leading patent attorneys contributing topatent drafting filing prosecution IP portfolio managementoppositions and litigation.

Our 2026-2027 internship program will run from November 2026 toFebruary 2027 (excluding the Christmas and New Year period). Eachinternship lasts 3 weeks with start and end dates tailored tosuccessful candidates availability.

WHY JOIN US

• Work directly with world-leading patent attorneys.
• Develop skills in areas such as patent drafting filing and prosecution oppositions and litigation.
• Receive mentorship from Patent Principals and senior patent attorneys.
• Be assigned a junior patent attorney to work alongside.
• Attend team meetings and DCC social events.
• Work with a friendly and supportive team.

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

• Completed 3-4 years of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in:
  • electrical engineering
  • software/computer science
  • ICT
  • artificial intelligence
  • physics
  • a related field

Skills Required

• Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and a curious mind.
• Commitment to outstanding client service.
• Personal drive and motivation.
• Exceptional academic record.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply now via the DCC Careers Page to be considered for thisgreat opportunity.

Applications open on Monday 27 July and closeon Sunday 30 August 2026. All applications will bereviewed after the closing date and shortlisted candidates will becontacted.