Mechanical Engineering Patent Intern — Melbourne (3-week program)

Patent Internship (Mechanical Engineering) Melbourne

Patents | Melbourne

Mechanical Engineering Patent Intern -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 servicinglocal and international clients with offices in Singapore, HongKong, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia. Our renowned team oftalented professionals work with world-class clients and brandsacross three core services areas: Patents; Trademarks andIntellectual 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 haveallow 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 Mechanical Engineering team inMelbourne.

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 management,oppositions 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 andprosecution, oppositions and litigation.
• Receive mentorship from Patent Principals and senior patentattorneys.
• Be assigned a junior patent attorney as your buddy.
• 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 postgraduatedegree in:
  • mechanical engineering
  • mechatronics
  • aeronautical engineering
  • biomedical engineering
  • science with a specialisation in Physics
  • a related field

Skills Required

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