Sterne Kessler Goldstein Fox

• The core source of new associate hires.
• Ten-week program tailored to provide hands-on training and exposure to the field of intellectual property. 
• Build a strong foundation for a successful practice in the field of intellectual property law.
• Gain experience through hands-on training in a supportive learning environment. The main goal is to provide you with valuable experience and a realistic view of what it is like to practice intellectual property law in a specialty firm. 
• Combine real work and social gatherings to reveal what you can expect when joining us as an associate.
• Hire first and second year law students from around the country through On-Campus Interview Programs, job fairs, resume solicitation and referrals. 
• Your point person monitors your workload, ensuring that you are exposed to a variety of projects as well as a variety of directors, associates and other legal professionals. 
• Your buddy helps you acclimate to the culture of the firm.
• Our directorship includes former Summer Associates.
• Training is an integral part of our Summer Associate Program. 
• Previous summer associates have commented that the Patent Prosecution Course, taught by directors is one of the most important and valuable learning experiences of the summer. 
• Our Summer Associate Seminar Series is offered weekly and gives summer associates the chance to discuss specific areas of intellectual property with directors and associates. It includes a trip to the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit to hear oral arguments. 
• Receive a formal mid-summer and final evaluation.
• Social events are planned throughout the summer so you have the chance to get to know the people of the firm in a variety of casual settings.
• Return to school armed with the knowledge that serious work can coexist with a comfortable and collegial work environment.

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