Summer Trainee, IP & Tech Legal

Join an industry leader in driving positive change through the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources.

As a Summer Trainee, you’ll work in an inclusive and open atmosphere, collaborate with dedicated colleagues, and be supported on your growth journey. This is your chance to apply your studies in practice, deepen your business understanding, and develop valuable skills while building a professional network. Explore the various opportunities in engineering, sales, IT, marketing, logistics, HR, R&D, and more, and realize your potential at Metso in the summer of 2025.

Job posting end date: 02/16/2025

Metso IP & Tech Legal is part of Metso’s Legal and Compliance function. We provide legal expertise and support in all intellectual property-related matters such as global IP-related policies, guidelines, and instructions as well as IP protection, enforcement, and dispute resolution.

We are now looking for a third- or fourth-year law student to work as a Summer Trainee at Metso HQ in Espoo. The working hours are full-time, and the working period is 4 months starting in May.

As a Summer Trainee – IP & Tech Legal, you will:

• Support the team in various IP law-related matters such as IP infringement cases, enforcement, and dispute resolution
• Assist in corporate trademark portfolio management and brand protection
• Support in different projects such as trainings and presentations
• Contribute to the development of internal IP-related directives, guidelines, and policies
• Review and draft IP & Tech related agreements
• Co-ordinate meetings and assist in other administrative and paralegal tasks
• Support in communication with authorities globally
• Have an opportunity to work in a multinational environment and enjoy an innovative and supportive atmosphere
• Have versatile and challenging tasks in a global setting that will develop your professional skills and competencies

Who you are

• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn more. We are looking for a proactive individual with a can-do approach, who shows initiative, ability, and adaptability. You enjoy challenges and like working as part of a team but also independently.
• Genuine interest in intellectual property and tech law
• Fluent communication skills in Finnish and English. Other language skills and study exchange programs or work experience abroad are an asset.
• At least half of your law studies completed. Additionally, prior work experience in intellectual property matters (e.g. in a law firm, in-house legal department) is considered a benefit.

What's in it for you

We offer you an opportunity to work, learn and grow as a part of a global team consisting of highly skilled legal professionals, and a truly global working environment. 
Many of our summer trainees continue their employment with us part-time, full-time, or with their thesis after the summer.

We offer benefits, such as healthcare, Epass Flex, Auntie mental well-being service, flexible working times, buddy support, learning opportunities, and networking and social activities in all our locations throughout the summer.

The expected monthly salary for our full-time trainee roles is between 2065-2875 euros per month. The exact monthly salary for each role is based on the candidate's number of completed academic credits and job location.

Our Summer Trainee positions are primarily targeted at students currently studying at, or recently graduated from, an educational institution in Finland, as well as Finnish students pursuing their studies abroad. Please note that we are unable to provide work permits or relocation services for these positions.

Get in touch

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application. The application period closes on February 16th, 2025. Please send your application as soon as possible, as we will start processing the applications already during the application period and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found. 

For additional information, please contact Pirke Fustinoni (VP, Head of IP & Tech Legal) at pirke.fustinoni(at)metso.com

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise. We are the partner for positive change. 

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial