Why Work for USPTO?

Do you want to put yourself in the driver’s seat of a cutting-edge career while enjoying one of the best work-life balance programs in the Federal Government? The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is one of the premier agencies for nearly 10,000 talented and enthusiastic professionals, including engineers, scientists and attorneys. Our employees serve the economic interests of the United States by encouraging investment in innovation through the protection of our nation’s intellectual property rights, and by cultivating an entrepreneurial spirit for the 21st century intellectual property (IP)-intensive industries which support over 40 million U.S. jobs and account for nearly 35 percent of the GDP ⁱ.

In addition to having the satisfaction that your contributions maintain the engine of innovation, as a USPTO employee, you will have access to a host of benefits and work-life balance programs, including

• Highly competitive salaries, benefits packages, potential promotions and job stability
• Flexible and alternative work schedules on campus in Alexandria, Va.
• Eligibility for our award-winning telework program
• Diverse and culture-rich environment
• Culture of community and fun, featuring sports clubs, affinity group-sponsored activities, and more

If you are a highly motivated self-starter looking to harness the power of innovation, come and explore the work of the USPTO and see why the Agency was recently ranked 19th (out of 240) on the list of best places to work in the Federal Government ⁱⁱ. We are the United States Patent and Trademark Office—the place where innovation begins.