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Curious. Analytical. Impactful. Ready for your next move?

Step into a career 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!

Getting 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!

If you have a Master‘s Degree, are a national of one of our EPC member states and are fluent in one or more of our official languages (EN, DE, FR) don‘t miss out and be the first to be informed of openings in your area:

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Agri-Food

Digital

Electronics & Physics

Energy

Health

Infrastructure & Mechanics

Materials & Production

Mobility & Space Technologies

Why the EPO?

Who we are

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.

Would like to learn more?
➜ The work of a patent examiner
➜ Explore our Technology Communities

What's in it for you?
✓ A competitive salary
✓ Family-friendly benefits
✓ Generous flexibility options based in Netherlands or Germany
✓ A good work-life balance
✓ Relocation benefits and various allowances
✓ Contributory medical insurance and pension schemes
✓ 30 days' leave per year
✓ Free gym access
✓ Social activities and clubs

Our work environment
We believe that diversity is fundamental to our success. Our inclusive work environment respects, values and celebrates our individual differences. We want you to be yourself at work.


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