Patent Services Intern

Job description

Job Number

2868449

Business

GE Global Operations

Business Segment

Global Operations Global Law & Policy

About Us

GE is the world's Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Posted Position Title

Patent Services Intern

Career Level

Co-op/Intern

Function

Legal

Function Segment

Administration and Support

Location(s) Where Opening Is Available

United States

U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces

Connecticut

City

Norwalk

Postal Code

06851-1168

Relocation Assistance

No

Role Summary/Purpose

In 2006, GE established the Global Patent Operation (GPO) which is now part of GE's Global Operations unit and headquartered in Norwalk, CT. The mission of the Global Patent Operation is to partner with GE businesses to develop IP strategies that will add business value and to implement the strategies through the preparation and prosecution of high quality patent applications that provide IP protection consistent with developed strategic IP plans.

Essential Responsibilities

GE has an open position for a Patent Services Intern in its Norwalk, CT operation. Through the experience as an intern in the GPO, the Patent Services Intern will have opportunities to develop the fundamental skills and knowledge required in patent paralegal practice.

The Patent Services Intern will work with attorneys and IP paraprofessionals on a variety of patent-related projects. Specifically, the Patent Services Intern will:

• Review both electronic and hard copy correspondence received from both domestic and international government agencies, GE businesses, and outside counsel to determine the content/data entry requirements
• Docket all patent related actions requiring a response by a GE attorney in GE's docketing system (PAGE)
• Enter data associated with any patent application or issued patent in PAGE
• Upload documents to GE's electronic document System (IP Libraries)
• Scan paper files and discrete paper correspondence into IP Libraries
• Interface with GE's preferred providers of patent legal services and the GE businesses as required to ensure that docketing and data entry is accomplished with the requisite precision and timeliness
• Maintain quality and integrity of data in GE's patent retention systems
• Conduct on-line database and internet research for patent data
• Assist with M&A, data validation and specialized business support in docketing, and data quality management
• Electronically filing office action responses and/or patent applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through PAIR and EFS
• Completing in a timely manner and at a high level of quality specifically identified matters on dockets
• Drafting and transmitting engagement letters to GE's outside counsel
• Interfacing with GE's preferred providers of patent legal services globally and the GE businesses as required to ensure that filings are made by the required dates and deadlines
• Miscellaneous GE projects & initiatives related to patent matters

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Desired Characteristics

• Outstanding technical and writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively and concisely and work with all levels of GE management

Desired profile

Qualifications/Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Administration, legal studies and/or Paralegal Certification at a college of university.

Eligibility:
• Must be able to work 30-40 hours per week on site during the academic semester and 40 hours per week on site during the summer and winter breaks
• Must be willing to work out of an office in Norwalk, CT