Employment that brings innovation to life. A job with the USPTO means joining one of the best places to work in the federal government and protecting our nation's intellectual property rights at home and abroad.
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We lead the world in intellectual property protection and policy. We hire on the cutting edge of American innovation.
The USPTO is the trusted source for inventors, innovators and IP stakeholders; and a top employer of choice among subject matter experts with a passion for public service.
Why are 80% of USPTO employees happy with their jobs and 92% believe that the work they do is important? Get to know some of our employees to learn the answers: https://www.uspto.gov/jobs/who-we-are.
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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. Learn more about becoming a patent examiner with the USPTO.
We have a variety of programs for students interested in a career in the engineering, science, and law fields.
As American businesses expand globally, they have a unique ally when it comes to matters of intellectual property (IP). Learn more about the IP Attaché Program and how to...
You don't have to be in uniform to protect this country's assets. Veterans are an integral part of the USPTO and contribute to our mission in every facet.
We depend on thousands of talented and highly skilled individuals to help us protect intellectual property and promote innovation in the United States. People with disabilities are...