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Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.\nIf you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as a Intellectual Property Intern. This is what you need to know:\nLocation: Knoxville, TN\nSalary: $30/hour, 40 hours per week\nContract: 12-week internship, Summer 2027 (May 24th start date)\nReporting to: Intellectual Property Counsel\nYour role in the mission:\nWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Intellectual Property Intern to join our growing Legal and IP team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the intersection of law, technology, and innovation. The intern will contribute to the development of our internal IP infrastructure, support IP data and landscape analyses, and help shape key programs and resources that support the company’s commercialization efforts.\nThis position is ideal for an L2 law student with a strong interest in intellectual property law, innovation management, and the commercialization of advanced technologies.\nKey responsibilities could include:\nAssist in building and organizing the internal IP intranet page, including guidance materials, resource libraries, and helpful links.\nCurate and structure internal knowledge to make IP-related information easily accessible to employees.\nSupport the foundational development of the Badgerwerks IP platform, including the creation of policies, organizational structures, and frameworks.\nCollaborate with legal, engineering, and R&D teams to align the platform’s structure with company goals.\nConduct data-driven analyses related to IP strategy, competitor patent portfolios, and landscape mapping.\nLearn and use patent search and analysis tools to support strategic decision-making.\nSummarize key insights in reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.\nDraft legal memoranda, templates, and internal policy documents related to IP and commercialization.\nConduct research on areas of IP law relevant to company initiatives (e.g., licensing, trade secrets, technology transfer).\nDevelop and present a “Lunch & Learn” session on an IP-related topic, transforming research into practical company resources.\nWhat you'll need:\nCurrently enrolled in a Juris Doctor (JD) or LL.M. program. Students who are currently in year two of their program are encouraged to apply.\nStrong interest in intellectual property law and innovation strategy.\nExcellent research, analytical, and writing skills.\nAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nGoal-oriented, proactive, and a self-starter who takes ownership of projects.\nTechnical background or coursework in engineering, physics, or related fields is an asset.\nType One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.\nType One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.\nExport Control Compliance Notice\nThis position may require access to technology, technical data, software, or other information that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws, including obtaining any required government authorizations.\nType One Energy is a Global, U.S.-based company that develops and utilizes technologies subject to U.S. export control and trade compliance regulations. Certain positions may require access to controlled technologies, technical data, software, or other information regulated by U.S. Export Control Laws.\n For positions involving access to export-controlled technology or information, the Company may be required to determine whether any government authorization or license is needed before such access can be provided. Any offer of employment for such positions may be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws and obtain any required government authorizations.\nU.S. Employment Eligibility Verification\n For positions based in the United States, Type One Energy participates in E-Verify and verifies the identity and employment authorization of newly hired employees in accordance with applicable federal law. Employees hired to work in the United States will be required to complete the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process upon hire.\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\n Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.\nCandidate Privacy\n Type One Energy collects personal information from applicants for recruitment, hiring, and related business purposes. 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