Candidates will be asked to demonstrate strong writing skills; • Top academic credentials and strong interpersonal skills; • An undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred; • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; • Excellent client-relation skills or the propensity to develop them depending on class year, and comfort with handling multiple matters for multiple clients at once; • Experience with other types of IP matters (trademark, copyright, trade dress, trade secret) is a plus but not a requirement. • Candidates must be admitted to practice before at least one state court and the USPTO; • Strong command of relevant rules related to federal patent litigation, PTAB proceedings and patent examination; • Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.