Praktika / Rechtsanwälte
IPR Policy Researcher (Lawyer) – Paid Internship (m/f/d) Vollzeit
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About this opportunity:
Ericsson is a Swedish company with over 90,000 employees worldwide that creates game-changing technologies and services that shape our future. We are a world leader in the rapidly changing environment of communications technology – by providing hardware, software, and services to enable the full value of connectivity. Join a team of like-minded innovators driven to go beyond the status quo to build what's next.
Our purpose: To create connections that make the unimaginable possible.
Our vision: A world where limitless connectivity improves lives, redefines business and pioneers a sustainable future.
Our values: Our culture is built on over a century of courageous decisions, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded in the walls and where our core values of professionalism, respect, perseverance and integrity shine through in everything we do.
Join Ericsson's IPR & Licensing team as an Intellectual Property (IP) Rights Policy Researcher – Lawyer and engage in a dynamic role that bridges technology and policy. This paid internship offers a comprehensive opportunities to explore the intersections of innovation, technology, and IP rights.
What you will do:
- Conduct research and draft policy papers, position papers, and other publications on SEPs and standardization topics.
- Collaborate with Ericsson's technical and legal teams to identify and articulate key messages that highlight Ericsson's leadership in 5G and 6G innovation.
- Develop clear, engaging content for infographics, videos, and other communication materials aimed at educating policymakers and industry stakeholders.
- Contribute to projects and initiatives that promote understanding of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), Fair, Reasonable and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) terms, and standardization policy.
- Support the IPR Policy Team in internal and external communication activities that reinforce Ericsson's thought leadership in the IP ecosystem.
The skills you bring:
- Excellent English command in written and oral communication
- Law degree with completed or ongoing specialization in IP(Intellectual Property)
- Preference will be giving to those with experience in a law firm or equivalent environment handling IP-related matters
- Keen interest in marketing and communication, with an eye for clarity, impact, and audience engagement
- Proactive, structured, and well-organized team player with strong collaboration skills.
Eligibility
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Germany (e.g., EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship or an existing German work permit). Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
What we offer
- Duration: 6 months – 1 October 2026 to 30 March 2027
- Weekly working hours: 38 hours
- Job Location: Munich, Germany (hybrid)
- We offer a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and contribute to groundbreaking work in a vital sector.
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 solutions never seen before 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?Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion 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 Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Germany (DE) || München
Req ID: 784260
