For Employers: MIPLC

Educating the Next Generation of Experts

At MIPLC, we are not just educating students – we are shaping the future pioneers of intellectual property and competition law. Our LL.M. Intellectual Property & Competition Law program offers a comprehensive education that prepares students, scholars, and practitioners for the challenges of today’s global landscape.

Join us and be part of a dynamic community driving innovation at the intersection of emerging technologies, dynamic markets, and the law. See how your workforce can benefit from our program, gaining cutting-edge skills and knowledge to thrive in their careers and contribute to your organization's success.

Explore the potential of our program for your team and connect with a global network of experts and peers. Please visit our Curriculum page to learn more about the depth of the program and the Meet our Alumni page to learn more about our alumni community.

IP Recruitment and Internships

Targeted IP Recruiting
Leverage MIPLC as a specialized recruitment platform for IP specialists. Each year, MIPLC graduates on average about 38 LL.M. students from around the world, most seeking new career opportunities.

Curriculum: Graduates complete a comprehensive curriculum, earning 60 ECTS credits through courses in patent, trademark, design, copyright, and competition law. They also research and write a Master's Thesis and visit key institutions like the European Patent Office. Some participate in EIPIN Conferences and complete optional internships.

Recruitment Services: We can forward your job offers to our students and alumni. For specific profiles, we offer matching services and can advertise your offers to prospective students, helping preselect suitable candidates.

Internship Program
Become an internship sponsor and benefit from the skills of our students. MIPLC students can complete an optional internship from mid-September to mid-November, rounding off their LL.M. studies with practical experience. Our students bring substantial theoretical and practical IP knowledge, combined with prior professional experience. Sponsors value their contributions, and many have partnered with us long-term.

Students' Profiles: Our diverse student body comprises law graduates, scientists, and engineers from around the world. Most have several years of professional experience in various roles, enhancing classroom discussions and practical applications.

Allocation Process: We provide a list of internship sponsors to students, who select their top choices. We coordinate the process, forwarding CVs to sponsors for selection and interviews.

Timeframe: The academic year starts in October. The internship allocation process begins in March, with internships taking place between mid-September and mid-November. Specific arrangements can be tailored to meet individual needs.

These services are free for both students and employers. For more information on internships or recruitment, please contact us.

Sponsoring

Join the esteemed law firms, private companies, IP organizations, and individuals who support MIPLC’s mission. Your contributions help talented students attend our LL.M. program and enhance our educational offerings. Explore our sponsoring opportunities to make a lasting impact.

Tuition Scholarships

Help advance IP knowledge globally by sponsoring a student from an industrializing or developing country. Your scholarship can cover full or partial tuition fees and/or living expenses, ensuring equal participation in our program. We also welcome one-time donations.

Pre-Recruitment Sponsoring

Looking for a highly qualified IP attorney or manager? Sponsor a promising candidate through our program. Provide us with your desired profile, and we will identify and enroll a suitable candidate. This approach allows you to tailor-make the perfect IP professional for your needs.

Benefits of Sponsoring

International exposure
Access to our network of students and alumni
Acknowledgment on our website, social media, and printed materials

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us to discuss various options and how you can contribute to shaping the future of IP law.

Friends of the MIPLC e.V.

"Friends of the MIPLC e.V." is a registered, not-for-profit association based in Munich, Germany. This organization is dedicated to supporting the development of the Munich Intellectual Property Law Center (MIPLC), a unique academic institution jointly operated by the Max Planck Society, the University of Augsburg, the Technische Universität München, and The George Washington University Law School.

The "Friends of the MIPLC" actively participate in the life of the MIPLC in two main ways:

Scholarships: The association grants scholarships to selected students of the MIPLC's LL.M. program. Each year, highly qualified students from around the world gain admission, but some are unable to enroll due to financial constraints. "Friends of the MIPLC" provides crucial financial support to these students, enabling them to pursue their studies.

Supporting Events: The association also supports scientific conferences and lectures organized by MIPLC, including the annual Alumni Conference. This event brings alumni from around the world back to MIPLC to present on IP-related topics they are researching or working on professionally.

Individuals, corporations, (patent) law firms, and public entities are invited to become members of the association. For more information and to get involved, please visit the Friends of the MIPLC e.V. official website.