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Careers in Ideas doesn’t run many events – except during our Summer of IP campaigns – but when we do, they’ll show through on this calendar.

All our events and follow-up resources are available free of charge to anyone who’s interested in IP-related careers. We run most of them online or in a hybrid format, to ensure we reach as many people as possible. We also try to make recordings so you can catch up later if you miss a live event – you’ll find those on our Resources page.

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Patents and Trade Marks Taster Day
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
What? Join Abel & Imray in London for a Taster Day to learn about life as a patent or trade mark attorney. There will be various talks and sessions throughout the day, such as ‘Intro to Patents’, ‘Intro to Trade Marks’, ‘Ask that Trainees’. There will also be workshops and opport , ...
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Meet the IP Professionals
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
What? Join this introductory event in London to meet two panels of speakers who hold various positions in the Patents and Trade Marks professions. Participants will attend both panels: Panel 1 – Patents Meet our panel of patent professionals to hear about their roles, how they got to where they are, and the hig , ...
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IP Taster Day
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
What? Join Venner Shipley in Cambridge for an IP Taster Day where attendees will learn about the different types of IP and what it’s like to be a trainee, gain practical experience and have the opportunity to talk to IP professionals. The day will include: an introduction from HR. a brief tour of the office. a t , ...
Life as an IP solicitor / barrister – Panel Discussion
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
What? Join Powell Gilbert in London or online to hear from their panel about the working life of IP solicitors and IP barristers. After the panel discussion there will be the opportunity to ask questions and participate in discussions. For in person attendees, following the talks there will be an opportunity to network , ...
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Routes to Qualification for IP Solicitors and Barristers
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
What? Join Mishcon de Reya online to explore the qualification routes available to becoming an IP solicitor or barrister with our panel of speakers. This webinar is aimed at students, graduates and career changers interested in pursuing a career as an intellectual property solicitor or barrister. The webinar will be ch , ...
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From Application to Offer: Early Careers Insider Tips
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
What? Join Carpmaels & Ransford online for this practical session covering CVs, applications and the recruitment process. This informal session will be presented by the recruitment team at Carpmaels & Ransford. They will cover applications and how to navigate the recruitment process, with insights on what makes , ...
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Careers in Ideas Coffee Dates
All Day
What? Informal online ‘Coffee Dates’ with IP Professionals. This is your chance to chat, either one-to-one or in small discussion groups, with people who already work in the IP professions! Let us know what type of career you’re interested in, and we’ll match you up with someone who can talk to you about it.   Who , ...
IP Presentation Evening with Q&A
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
What? Join HGF in Manchester to learn about trade mark, design and patent law careers. There will be a presentation followed by an opportunity to put questions to their panel of trainee and qualified trade mark and patent attorneys. Light refreshments will be served (tea, coffee, non-alcoholic beverages included). &nbs , ...
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Patents Taster Day – FULLY BOOKED
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sorry, this event is now full and registrations have closed.   What? Join Withers & Rogers in London for this Taster Day for would-be patent attorneys. The day will provide the opportunity for university students to learn about Withers & Rogers, the IP profession and the various qualification routes for a , ...
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IP Futures Networking Social
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
What? Join IP Futures for a networking social event in London. This mixed social gathering is designed to bring together would-be, emerging and established intellectual property professionals for an evening of networking. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with drinks and finger food, where you can expand your professional net , ...
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IP Taster Day
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
What? Join Venner Shipley in Guildford for an IP Taster Day where attendees will learn about the different types of IP and what it’s like to be a trainee, gain practical experience and have the opportunity to talk to IP professionals. The day will include: an introduction from HR. a brief tour of the office. a t , ...
IP Apprenticeships
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
What? This webinar will explore apprenticeships that lead to a career as a Patent Scientist/ Patent Engineer or an IP Paralegal. The Patent Scientist/Patent Engineer apprenticeship is a Level 6 degree apprenticeship which is particularly suited to people who are studying or have studied STEM subjects at A level or equi , ...
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Introduction to the Different Forms of IP
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
What? Join Powell Gilbert in London or online for a presentation about the different types of IP. After the presentation there will be the opportunity to ask questions and participate in discussions. For in person attendees, following the talks there will be an opportunity to network with the speakers and other members , ...
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IP Taster Day
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
What? Join Venner Shipley in London for an IP Taster Day where attendees will learn about the different types of IP and what it’s like to be a trainee, gain practical experience and have the opportunity to talk to IP professionals. The day will include: an introduction from HR. a brief tour of the office. a talk , ...
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Work experience – Patent Attorney – PLACES FILLED
9:00 am - 12:00 am
Sorry, places for this programme are now filled.   What? Join Schlich Ltd for a three-day work experience programme taking place at their offices in Littlehampton, West Sussex. The work experience will run on 28-30th July 2026, from 9am to 5pm daily. This three-day work experience programme is designed to give stu , ...
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Work experience – Patent Attorney – PLACES FILLED
All Day
Sorry, places for this programme are now filled.   What? Join Schlich Ltd for a three-day work experience programme taking place at their offices in Littlehampton, West Sussex. The work experience will run on 28-30th July 2026, from 9am to 5pm daily. This three-day work experience programme is designed to give stu , ...
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Work experience – Patent Attorney – PLACES FILLED
12:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sorry, places for this programme are now filled.   What? Join Schlich Ltd for a three-day work experience programme taking place at their offices in Littlehampton, West Sussex. The work experience will run on 28-30th July 2026, from 9am to 5pm daily. This three-day work experience programme is designed to give stu , ...
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Last Updated: June 2, 2026