Technology Summer Legal Assistant

Technology Summer Legal Assistant Intern 

Attention Students Seeking Internships in the life Science and STEM fields

• Do you receive a Pell grant?
• Are you an undergraduate student in good academic standing?
• Can you work full time in the summer?
• Do you have guaranteed summer housing in greater Philadelphia or Southern NJ?
• Will you commit to learning webinars and networking events through Project On Ramp if hired into this role?

If you answered yes to the questions above, you will be eligible to participate in Project On Ramp and apply for this position with  Morgan Lewis

Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking a Technology Summer Legal Assistant to join their Intellectual Property (IP) and Technology practice in Philadelphia through Project Onramp. This is a paid, hybrid internship for Summer 2026.

This role supports attorneys and patent agents who work on cutting-edge technologies and innovations. Interns will assist with patent filings and related research, gaining exposure to the intersection of law, technology, and intellectual property.

While the firm understands that undergraduate students are still building their experience, they are looking for candidates whose educational background and interests align with their technology-focused IP work.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A major in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
• Coursework or experience related to software development, AI, machine learning, or other areas of computer or mechanical systems
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, research, writing, and communication skills
• An interest in how technology innovations are protected and commercialized (no legal background required)

Examples of the kinds of technology Morgan Lewis’ IP practice works with include:

• Artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Computer-implemented systems, cloud-based applications, and software architecture
• Medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health technologies
• Mechanical and electromechanical systems such as propulsion, optics, and materials

If you’re detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and excited by how technology and law intersect, this could be an excellent opportunity.

This is a hybrid position. Interested students need to connect with Cyndi Germack, Internship Coordinator in the College of Arts and Sciences, for screening for eligibility

Cgermack@udel.edu