The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has officially rescheduled its highly anticipated Career Day, inviting professionals from science, engineering, and mathematics backgrounds to explore rewarding careers as patent examiners.
📅 Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (ET)
📍 Location: USPTO Headquarters, Alexandria, Virginia
This event is designed for individuals passionate about innovation, technology, and intellectual property who want to make a lasting impact on American innovation.
Why Attend USPTO Career Day?
The USPTO plays a critical role in protecting intellectual property and advancing innovation. As a patent examiner, you’ll evaluate groundbreaking ideas that can transform industries and benefit society.
By attending, participants will:
- Learn about intellectual property (IP) and USPTO’s role in innovation.
- Gain insights into becoming a patent examiner and what the role entails.
- Participate in a federal application workshop to strengthen application and interview skills.
- Interact directly with current USPTO professionals in a Q&A panel.
- Network with USPTO team members to understand career growth opportunities.
Career Day Agenda (Tentative)
- 9:00 – 9:15 a.m. – Welcome and Opening Remarks
- 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. – Introduction to Intellectual Property
- 9:45 – 10:30 a.m. – Federal Application Workshop
- 10:30 – 10:45 a.m. – Break
- 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. – Patent Examiner Q&A Panel
- 11:45 – 12:00 p.m. – Closing Remarks
- 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. – (Optional) Meet the USPTO Team
Registration Details
The event is free to attend, but prior registration is required. Interested candidates are encouraged to secure their spot early to take advantage of this unique career opportunity.
For questions or assistance, candidates may contact: 📧 Recruitment@uspto.gov
Accessibility Information
The USPTO is committed to inclusivity. Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations are encouraged to submit a request through the contact information above.
Why Choose a Career with USPTO?
Joining the USPTO means becoming part of an organization that sits at the intersection of law, science, and innovation. As a patent examiner, you not only contribute to advancing intellectual property protection but also play a role in shaping the future of American innovation and technological progress.
