Trainee Patent Attorney (661923)

About this opportunity
The world is changing at a rapid speed with 5G, cloud computing and AI, crafting new ways for Information and Telecommunication technology (ICT) to shape the world we are living in. Ericsson's world-class Intellectual Property & Licensing organization now gives you the opportunity to be a part of the journey by joining our award-winning 3-year Patent Attorney Trainee Program.
Are you a new M.Sc. or Ph.D. graduate or young graduate professional within any of the ICT-technologies then you are our ideal candidate, and we are looking forward to meeting you!

What you will do
Our promise to you is that we will guide you on your journey to become a world-class patent attorney at the forefront of Hi-Tech and pave your path to become a European Patent Attorney. This involves training in law (no prior legal knowledge required), technology and secondment in a patent law firm/patent office. 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. Once you are a full-fledged patent attorney, you will have the skill to help inventors extract patentable ideas and become a master in evaluating inventions, drafting and prosecuting patent applications before patent offices, and dealing with commercialization of IPR.
Ericsson is a truly international ICT company with a very successful IPR&Licensing organization. We are thus able to provide unique insights into the profession; which insights cannot be found anywhere else.

You will bring
Exhibiting a very curious mind towards innovation, in general
Being proficient in English in both speech and writing
Being a team-player who develops by both taking and giving feedback
An eye for details.


The trainee positions are in Kista, Stockholm.
Desired starting date: 1 September 2022

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build never seen before solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?
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Application Process


Willing to take part in the recruitment process? Please apply to the system by attaching your CV in English. Please be advised that due to GDPR we cannot accept CVs sent by email.

Location for this role: Stockholm, Sweden
You will report to the Director Patent Unit Kista
Recruiter: Dorota Baran, dorota.baran@ericsson.com


Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we nurture it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team.
Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.
Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Sweden : Stockholm : Stockholm
Req ID: 661923