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Nexteer Automotive · 3 days ago

Intellectual Property Business Co-Op 2026

Saginaw, MI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

Nexteer Automotive is focused on providing students with real-world work experiences through their Student Programs. The Intellectual Property Business Co-Op role involves managing IP cases and working closely with the global engineering team to protect innovation.

Automotive

No H1B

Responsibilities

Filing innovation records through the IP lifecycle

Assist with IP inventor recognition program – Including determining eligibility, tracking awards, ordering plaques, coordinating events, etc

Coordinate training opportunities related to IP

Assist with budget and purchase orders for outside services

Assist with form development, and process documentation and efficiency

Prepare agendas and documentation for Patent Review Board meetings

Participate in limited activities offsite and/or during non-traditional hours

Assist with special projects requested

Qualification

Business degreeMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsAttention to detailEffective communication

Required

Candidate must be attending a 2 year college or 4 year university local to Saginaw

Candidate must be pursuing a degree in Business or Business-Related Field, Engineering and Liberal Arts degrees will be considered with interest and aptitude of subject matter

Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail and professional

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with upmost integrity

Ability to communicate effectively in a fast paced, multi-cultural environment

Must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

Candidate must be able to work 20-32 hours during Fall and Winter semesters - Up to 40 in the summer

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

Must be a full-time student (12 or more credits) during Fall and Winter semesters

Candidate must have right to work in the US and not require current or future sponsorship