Ericsson Patent Attorney/Engineer Trainee program

As the tech firm that created the mobile world, and with more than 54,000 patents to our name, we’ve made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead and perform at your best, shaping the future of technology. This is a place where you're welcomed as your own perfectly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team. Are you in?
Come, and be where it begins.


Our Exciting Opportunity
The world is changing at a rapid speed with 5G, cloud computing and AI creating new ways for Information and Telecommunication technology (ICT) to shape the world we are living in. To build on our world class Patent organization we are looking for you who want to be part of the journey by joining our Trainee Patent Attorney Program!

If you are graduating with an M.Sc. or Ph.D. this spring or someone with 1-2 years of experience in any of the ICT-technologies - then this could be an excellent opportunity.

Ericsson is a truly global ICT company that not only fuel continuous innovation, we also have a large focus on enterprise value with licensing and patents.

Our very successful IPR (Intellectual Property Right) & Licensing organization are on the crossroads with emerging technologies. We are therefore able to provide outstanding insights into the profession; insights that cannot be found anywhere else.

Our promise to you is that we will guide you on your path to become an extraordinary patent attorney shaping Hi-Tech for tomorrow.


You will
Be at the forefront of technological development and become a specialist in helping inventors protect their technological ideas and get a fair return on invested R&D.
Gain the skills to help inventors extract patentable ideas and be trained to be a master in evaluating inventions, drafting and prosecuting patent applications before patent offices.
Deal with commercialization of IPR and make calculated bets on the future.
During this 3-year program, get support and training in law, technology and secondment in a patent law firm/patent office.


To be successful in the role you must have
A very curious approach towards innovation in general,
Excellent English skills and have an eye for details.
Phenomenal teammate skills and willingness to develop both by taking and giving feedback
An MSc or PhD in ICT related field of study


What´s in it for you?
Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of courageous decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds – you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo, but will build what replaces it. Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls. You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your opportunity to make an impact is endless.


What happens once you apply?
To prepare yourself for next steps, please explore here: https://www.ericsson.com/en/careers/job-opportunities/hiring-process

Come join our #TeamEricsson. Feel free to apply and include resume in English, outlining how you meet the specific requirements of the position.

The selection and interview process are ongoing. Therefore, send in your application in English as soon as possible. We encourage you to apply!

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact us:

Hiring manager: In this role you will report to Director Patent Unit Kista

Recruiter: Emelie Bohlin (emelie.bohlin@ericsson.com)

Location: Stockholm (Kista), Sweden

Desired starting date: 1 September 2021

Kindly note that we do not accept applications sent via e-mail



Do you believe that an organization fostering an environment of cooperation and collaboration to execute with speed creates better business value? Do you value a culture of humanness, where fact based decisions are important and our people are encouraged to speak up? Do you believe that diverse, inclusive teams drive performance and innovation? At Ericsson, we do.
We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, religion, political opinion, nationality, ethnic background, social origin, social status, indigenous status, disability, age, union membership or employee representation and any other characteristic protected by local law or Ericsson’s Code of Business Ethics.

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