Examiner Awareness Campaign Summer 2025

We use cookies on our website to support technical features that enhance your user experience. We also use analytics. Click for more information. Accept Close Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Careers home page Job opportunities Why the EPO? Our areas of work Our recruitment process Our attractive locations Meet us Diversity and Inclusion Life at EPO EPO website Internal talent marketplace EN 🡲 View profile Employee Login Ready for your next career move? Step into a journey where your scientific expertise meets purpose! 👉 Register your interest for our upcoming autumn campaign Patent examiners come from all walks of science, engineering, and research. They start with a full year of legal training — fully paid — and step into a role that's intellectually stimulating, meaningful, and personally flexible. Step into a future where every invention opens the door to progress and possibility. Don't just watch the future unfold — help write it. What's in it for you? Flexible working model: from the office, home, or even abroad Net monthly salary starting at 6 921 EUR Family-friendly benefits that support your whole family ...and so much more — check out our full benefits below! Curious? Discover a workplace where innovation meets lifestyle – our EPO offices in Munich, Berlin and The Hague are not just about work; they're a vibrant community equipped with modern amenities like restaurants, cafeterias, bars, shops, and sports facilities including gyms and tennis courts. It's where your career thrives in a space designed for living. Join us and experience the perfect blend of professional growth and personal well-being!

We are the patent office for Europe. We are proud to deliver high-quality patents and efficient services that foster innovation, competitiveness and economic growth. Our vision We will empower and motivate our staff to set worldwide standards in intellectual property. Our Office will be effective and transparent, respond to the needs of our users and be agile in managing the changing demands and conditions of a dynamic global patent system. Our work will contribute to a safer, smarter and more sustainable world. Join us on this exciting journey to a more digital, collaborative and sustainable organisation.