What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trademarks Spring Intern position at Authentic Brands Group?
Who We Are
Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media
Why Authentic
You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.
What You’ll Do:
The Spring (January – April) Trademarks Intern will provide support to Authentic’s Trademarks Legal team. You will support trademark prosecution during all phases of domestic and foreign trademark prosecution, from pre-filing to maintenance of issued trademarks. You will also assist on enforcement and opposition matters.
What You’ll Be Working On:
- This position will assist on trademark prosecution, opposition, and enforcement matters
- Gather use specimens for filing with the USPTO
- Assist with IP assignment projects
- Assist with on-line takedowns, including e-commerce takedowns and UDRP actions
- Draft cease and desist letters
- Gather evidence of use and/or fame for use in pending third-party trademark disputes
- Review fully-executed license agreements and update trademark records accordingly
- Review the docket daily to track all deadlines associated with trademark prosecution, opposition, and enforcement matters with the daily clearance of deadlines
- Organize, retrieve, and re-shelve files as needed
Must Haves:
- Currently enrolled law school student
- Available to work up to 20 hours per week
- Able to work onsite in our NYC office
- Willingness to get your hands dirty and make things happen
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable in a high-paced, collaborative environment
- Detail oriented
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel and G Suite
- Process-driven and constantly looking for ways to streamline and simplify complex tasks
- Able to handle multiple tasks and projects
Primary Location Salary Range:
The hourly rate for an undergraduate student intern in New York, NY, is $17.The hourly rate for a graduate student intern in New York, NY, is $20.
Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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