Attorney Advisor (Trademark Examining Attorney) for USPTO Forum

[Anonymous User]

I received the same call. Is anyone uneasy about having them speak to your current supervisor before having a bona fide offer?

Yes, I was very nervous, but my supervisor was actually very happy for me. I am also at a one year position though, so my situation is a little different.

[IPLaw415]

I received the same call. Is anyone uneasy about having them speak to your current supervisor before having a bona fide offer?

Yes, I was very nervous, but my supervisor was actually very happy for me. I am also at a one year position though, so my situation is a little different.

Yeah - I just don't like the idea of going all-in when who knows? They could hear something they don't like and rescind the "soft offer" and then I could be really SOL

[Anonymous User]

I received the same call. Is anyone uneasy about having them speak to your current supervisor before having a bona fide offer?

Yes, I was very nervous, but my supervisor was actually very happy for me. I am also at a one year position though, so my situation is a little different.

Yeah - I just don't like the idea of going all-in when who knows? They could hear something they don't like and rescind the "soft offer" and then I could be really SOL

It sounded like unless one of your references says "Oh I really hated him, he was a horrible employee and I'm glad he left," or you lied about where you currently work, everything should be all set for the formal offer.

[Anonymous User]

Any is night into when people were called/how long those calls lasted?

[IPLaw415]

Any is night into when people were called/how long those calls lasted?

I was called around 3:10pm today, call lasted about 5 minutes.

[Anonymous User]

Anyone know who made the calls?

[Anonymous User]

My call was around the same time. Congratulations to all who heard. Looking forward to meeting you all.

[Anonymous User]

Congratulations to everyone who got an offer!!!

Next up, has anyone received a rejection?

[Anonymous User]

I would have to assume that all the offers were made today (I did not receive a call), so anyone who didn't hear is out.

[Anonymous User]

Looks like I'll have to wait for the next class.

1. Did everyone get offers yesterday (Sept. 24)?
2. Did those of you who interviewed previously get offers?
3. Any interview tips for the next round?

[Anonymous User]

To answer Question 2: I made it to the last round in January AND was interviewed again this time I did NOT receive an offer. Interview tips would be great. I always interview well, except for the TM office it seems.

[Anonymous User]

Has anyone received a rejection letter yet? I just saw the position open up again. I havent gotten a phone call nor received a rejection yet, should I apply again?

[Anonymous User]

Has anyone received a rejection letter yet?

I never received a rejection letter.

should I apply again?

I put in another application for this round (Oct.2015). Please post if when you hear something.

[Anonymous User]

Hello,

Just applied to the October 2015 listing.

Can any earlier applicants share what the narrative questions are that the PTO emails some applicants?

How about questions asked during the in-person interview?

Thanks very much.

[Anonymous User]

where are you seeing this listing? i can't find it on usajobs... searching for USPTO, attorney adviser, nothing comes up from them.

[Anonymous User]

The new window opened last week and closed on friday--https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/417599900
Create a "Saved Search" under your profile so you don't miss the next window.

[Anonymous User]

Hello,

Just applied to the October 2015 listing.

Can any earlier applicants share what the narrative questions are that the PTO emails some applicants?

How about questions asked during the in-person interview?

Thanks very much.

I'd love to know what questions are asked during the interview as well. I've been people mention that the interview questions were behavioral, however I'd like to know some of the specific questions if possible.

[Anonymous User]

Has anyone who applied to the October vacancy announcement had any communication with the agency since then? I've applied and heard nothing.

[Anonymous User]

I also applied in October; haven't heard anything.

[Anonymous User]

ditto

[Anonymous User]

For repeat applicants, what are you doing or have done to make yourself a more attractive candidate for employment?

[Anonymous User]

The application process takes a few months--
Job opened: July,1 2015
700 Applicants, 100 interviews, and 20 spots.
Essay due: ~4 weeks after application, Early Aug.
Interview offer: ~6 weeks after application, Mid. Aug.
Interview window: ~7 to 8 weeks after application, Late Aug. to Mid. Sept.
Offers: ~10 weeks after application (1 to 2 weeks after close of interviews), Mid Sept.

[Anonymous User]

Current 3L. When should I look to apply for this?

[Anonymous User]

Current 3L. When should I look to apply for this?

The latest vacancy announcement closed in October. Another isn't likely to post this year, so perhaps sometime in the new year.

[Anonymous User]

"Referred but not selected." Hilariously, I was selected and interviewed for the position in September. Perhaps they don't like repeats.