Bring innovation to life: Become a USPTO patent examiner
Patent examiners are skilled engineers and scientists who work closely with entrepreneurs to process their patent applications and determine whether a patent can be granted. This work facilitates the United States Patent and Trademark Office's mission to protect intellectual property and help businesses quickly move their innovations to market, creating new jobs and expanding commerce. Learn more about the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the patent examiner position, listen to stories from our USPTO team, and hear about our tremendous benefits, and why employees love to work here.
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00:00 Welcome
01:08 USPTO’s Mission
03:08 What is a patent?
4:25 The Patents organization
5:25 Patent examiner career journey
9:30 What does a patent examiner do?
11:15 Patent claim scope
13:20 Patent claim pathway
14:57 Eligibility to apply for a patent
15:49 Life at the USPTO
15:57 Competitive salary
16:31 Promotions
18:20 Training
21:44 Benefits
22:23 On-campus amenities
23:47 Patent examiner skill set
26:12 Employment requirements
27:40 Patent examiner career opportunities
29:59 Hiring paths
31:59 Hiring timeline
35:54 Visit our website