Patent Internship (Electrical Engineering/ICT) Melbourne Patents | Melbourne Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / AI PatentIntern - Melbourne (2026/2027 Internship Program) Location: Melbourne 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 to undertake an internship with our Electrical Engineering and ICT team in Melbourne. The DCC Patent Internship Program provides hands on work experience at a leading IP firm.



You will have the opportunity to work alongside world leading patent attorneys contributing to patent drafting, filing, prosecution, IP portfolio management, oppositions and litigation.

Our 2026-2027 internship program will run from November 2026 to February 2027 (excluding the Christmas and New Year period). Each internship lasts 3 weeks, with start and end dates tailored to successful 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. Applications open on Monday 27 July and close on Sunday 30 August 2026. All applications will be reviewed after the closing date, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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