Do you want to use your science, engineering, or math background to make an impact on American innovation, shape the future of patent examination, and advance key processes? The USPTO is looking for talented professionals to join us at the forefront of innovation as patent examiners to examine ideas that benefit society and bring innovation to market.
Join us on Wednesday, July 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET at our headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, to learn more about the patent examiner role.
By attending this event, you’ll meet our team members and learn about:
- Intellectual property and the USPTO’s role in innovation
- Becoming a patent examiner
- Building your federal resume, navigating USAJOBS, and hiring paths
This event is free, but registration is required. We hope to see you there!
Agenda
Subject to change.
Time | Topic |
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9-9:05 a.m. | Welcome and opening remarks |
9:05-9:30 a.m. | Introduction to intellectual property |
9:30-10:30 a.m. | Federal application workshop |
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Patent examiner career panel |
11:30-11:55 a.m. | Patent Training Academy presentation |
11:55 a.m.-noon | Closing remarks |
Noon-1 p.m. | (Optional session) Live apply or campus tour |
If you have any questions regarding this event, please email Recruitment@uspto.gov.
Accessibility accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.