United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) – Hiring STEM Candidates

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is hiring talented professionals with a variety of engineering and scientific backgrounds to examine ideas that benefit society and bring innovation to market. They are seeking individuals with backgrounds in… 

Artificial intelligence, Semiconductors Software development, Fuel cells or batteries, tobacco or e-cigarettes, multiplex or wireless communications, cybersecurity or cryptography, wireless communications, computer graphics, light detection and ranging, electrical heating, and amusement devices.

…to become patent examiners at our Alexandria, Va. to join us at the forefront of intellectual property protection. 

The USPTO drives U.S. innovation to benefit all Americans and provides intellectual property protection for innovators and entrepreneurs worldwide. As a patent examiner, you’ll touch the latest technologies and support innovation in cutting-edge ways. You will:   Examine patent applications and protect ideas Prepare clear and thoughtful office actions Drive innovation in how we examine patents Test new ideas and methods Evaluate cutting-edge technologies Participate in pilot programs and new initiatives Be a voice for improvement and efficiency 

If you have questions about qualifications or application status, contact JoinUSPTO@uspto.gov.

For questions about work-life at the USPTO, reach out to our HR team at recruitment@uspto.gov.  

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations