Patents | Melbourne Closing date: 30/08/2026

Biotechnology Patent Intern - Melbourne

(2026/2027 Internship Program)

Location: Melbourne

Industry: Intellectual Property

Term: Casual/Vacation For over 140 years, Davies Collison Cave (DCC) have been protecting creativity and embracing innovation. We are one of the largest, most respected Intellectual Property firms servicing local and international clients with offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, Current Zealand and Malaysia. Our renowned team of talented professionals work with world-class clients and brands across three core services areas: patents, trademarks and law.

The strength of DCC is and has always been the experience and expertise of our people. Many of our practitioners are recognised as world leaders in their field. Our values of excellence through collegiality and engaging leadership have

allowed us to attract the finest talent with diverse skills and backgrounds and access to rewarding and fulfilling career pathways. We are committed to providing the development and training to give our employees the support they need to develop

their career in IP.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking talented PhD students or post-doctoral researchers who have a genuine interest in becoming a patent attorney to undertake an internship with our Biotechnology team in Melbourne.

The DCC Patent Internship Program provides hands on work experience where you will have the opportunity to work alongside patent attorneys across a diverse range of subject matter expertise.





Our 2026-2027 internship program will run from November 2026 to February 2027 (excluding the Christmas and New Year period). Each internship lasts 3 weeks, with start and end dates tailored to successful candidates' availability.

WHY JOIN US

- Work directly with experienced patent attorneys, including Patent Principals, senior patent attorneys, junior patent attorneys and trainees.
- Be exposed to the day-to-day role of a patent attorney.
- Develop key skills in areas such as patent drafting, filing and prosecution, oppositions and litigation.
- Build your professional network across the IP industry, including patent attorneys, trademark attorneys, lawyers, in-house IP professionals, founders and commercialisation experts.
- Attend team meetings and DCC social events.
- Work with a friendly and supportive team.

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

- Undertaking or completed a PhD in a biotechnology-related area, such as molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, immunology, oncology, plant biology, etc.

Skills Required

- Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills and a curious mind.
- Commitment to outstanding client service.
- Personal drive and motivation.
- Exceptional academic record.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply now via the DCC Careers Page to be considered for this great opportunity.

Applications open on Monday 27 July and close on Sunday 30 August 2026. All applications will be reviewed after the closing date, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Attachments:

- Patent Internship Program 2026.pdf

📌 Patent Internship (Biotechnology) Melbourne
🏢 Davies Collison Cave
📍 Melbourne