Summer Internship – AI & Machine Learning – Postgraduate Level

Ideal for technical specialists and students completing a relevant Master’s/PhD.

Career options: Find out how to use your AI/Machine Learning background to become a highly paid attorney working at the forefront of your field

Professional Guidance: Hear and learn from experienced patent attorneys

Insights into Patent Law: Through workshops and seminars, understand the intricacies of patent law and its application in the rapidly evolving fields of AI and ML

Practical Experience: Engage in real-world projects, including patent drafting, prosecution and giving strategic advice

Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry experts and like‑minded peers to expand your professional network

“…a transformative experience that immersed me in the dynamic intersection of intellectual property (IP) law and cutting‑edge AI technologies” Alexandra (Intern, 2025)

The opportunity is for specialists working in this technical area. You could have a Master’s degree in core AI/Machine Learning, you may be completing a PhD in AI/ML, or you may have deep core AI skills/knowledge (as opposed to applied AI) through solid industry experience.

You’ll be enthusiastic and motivated and may have completed or are finishing your studies or in penultimate year, ultimately you’re able to start in a professional role within the next 12‑18 months. No knowledge of patent law or the intellectual property sector is needed but curiosity, strong communication especially in writing and an open‑minded approach to learning is essential! You should have an aptitude for working independently as well as part of a collective.

Please note that due to the level of expertise required, we are unable to progress applications that don’t meet these criteria.

As a leading European intellectual property firm, we are at the forefront of technological innovation and it’s intersection with the law. We have deep AI, ML expertise across a number of sectors and are excited to share our knowledge and bring our profession to life! More detail on the team (some of whom you’ll meet) and our work can be found on our website.

Salary: £650 per week with additional expenses covering travel, hotel & breakfast

Duration: 29th June – 3rd July 2026

Location: Manchester city centre

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our dynamic team in Manchester. We’re passionate about and deeply committed to equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

We reserve the right to cease advertising should we receive a high number of applicants so please apply as soon as possible.

Please mention IP Careers when applying to Mewburn Ellis LLP.

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• Areas of Specialism: Artificial Intelligence, Technology
  
• Location: Manchester
  
• Salary: £650 p/w, plus expenses covering travel, hotel & breakfast.