Legal internship (Rechtsreferendariat)
European Patent OfficeMunich, Bavaria, Germany
Posted November 1, 2025
Internship
About the Company
The European Patent Office (EPO) is the patent office for Europe, delivering high-quality patents and efficient services that foster innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth.
Job Description
The European Patent Office (EPO) welcomes students in their 'Rechtsreferendarzeit' for a 3-6 month legal internship in Munich. The internship is part of a two-year preparation period for law students in Germany before taking the second state exam.
Requirements
- Completed first German state exam in law
- Admitted as a 'Rechtsreferendar'
- National of an EPO member state
- Excellent knowledge of one of the EPO's official languages
- Good knowledge of one of the other official languages
Benefits
- On-the-job learning
- Targeted personal development plan
- Tailored employment package
- Mentoring and guidance
- Multicultural community