Chicago-Kent’s Intellectual Property program offers both practical experience and specialized coursework for those interested in this complex field.
The Chicago-Kent Patent Hub allows students to volunteer and gain experience in interacting with actual inventors applying for Patent Hub assistance. The students have the opportunity to sit in and participate in invention disclosure calls and perform related real-life patent work on their own schedule and as they have availability. Interested students should reach out to the director of the Patent Hub.
Additionally, Chicago-Kent offers a Patent Practicum course, taught by the Patent Hub director. This course focuses on the substantive and procedural requirements for preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Strong emphasis is placed on drafting patent claims and preparing effective responses to rejections of applications by the U.S. Patent Office.
Finally, Chicago-Kent students can work in externships for major Intellectual Property firms in the Chicago area that specialize in patent law, thus allowing them the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the field before graduation.
