GE Vernova
Intellectual Property and Contracts Associate
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Job Description Summary
Challenging and rewarding internships are now open for application. This role provides an opportunity for talented students who are pursuing a degree in Law, Intellectual Property, or a related field to work alongside industry experts in Research and Development. This internship opportunity is designed to give you hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, contributing to real projects that impact our customers and the business.
This role ensures that innovation and R&D outputs are effectively protected and leveraged to drive business growth. The position requires a unique blend of legal, technical, and commercial expertise to maximize the value of IP assets and align them with technology roadmaps and corporate objectives.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Support the development and negotiation of PhD program partnership agreements with global universities, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Manage and coordinate onboarding activities and Purchase Request processes for university partners to ensure smooth engagement.
- Organize and maintain comprehensive document management systems for all agreements and related paperwork.
- Review Invention Disclosures submitted by PhD programs and collaborate with product line teams to ensure inventions are evaluated according to partnership terms.
- Assist in general IP contract reviews under IP Counsel supervision, gaining exposure to IP management in a fast-paced electrification power environment.
- Provide administrative and project support to the IP team as needed.
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Qualifications/Requirements
- The candidate is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Law, Intellectual Property, or a related field with an accredited university.
- Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain document accuracy.
- Proactive learner willing to engage with complex contractual and IP-related topics.
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Desired Characteristics
- Prior exposure to contract review, research agreements, or university partnerships is a plus.
- Proficient in the English language, both written and verbal.
- French language skills are highly desirable.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative team environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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