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. Learn more on how to become a patent examiner with the USPTO by visiting https://bit.ly/USPTO_PE.
00:00 Welcome
05:53 USPTO’s Mission
07:44 What is a patent?
10:19 The Patents organization
13:09 Nationwide workforce
15:02 Patent examiner career journey
22:37 What does a patent examiner do?
25:48 Patent examination process
27:45 Patent claim scope
29:56 Patent claim example
32:40 Patent claim pathway
36:05 Eligibility to apply for a patent
38:21 Life at the USPTO
38:44 Telework and flexible schedules
40:43 Competitive salary
42:12 Promotion potential
44:07 Training
46:12 Benefits
48:25 Becoming a patent examiner
49:05 Employment requirements
49:48 Patent examiner skill set
52:20 Patent examiner career opportunities
53:38 How do I apply?
54:27 Federal resume
55:50 Hiring timeline
57:33 Visit our website
58:55 Contact us
59:31 Apply now!