Differences between Patent Agent and Patent Attorney
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- Vanderbilt Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization (CTTC) internship
- Each Spring, the CTTC offers a paid internship for graduate students interested in learning more about technology transfer. Check out the link for more information and eligibility: https://cttc.co/internship-program
- Beyond the Lab podcast series
- This podcast series has several informational interviews from Vanderbilt alumni who have careers in either patent law or tech transfer. https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/career-development/beyond-the-lab-see-listen/
Local Resources
- Tennessee Bar Association
- For those interested in pursuing a JD/taking the bar exam, the TBA offers memberships for law students, networking opportunities, https://www.tba.org/?pg=Intellectual-Property-Section
https://www.tba.org/?pg=law-students
- For those interested in pursuing a JD/taking the bar exam, the TBA offers memberships for law students, networking opportunities, https://www.tba.org/?pg=Intellectual-Property-Section
National Resources
- AUTM
- A membership-based non-profit organization aimed to support the development of academic research. They work closely with commercial partners to transform ideas into opportunities, such as products, services, and start-ups. Check out their site to learn more about tech transfer and resources, such as courses and career advancement opportunities. https://autm.net/
Patent Examiner Resources
https://www.uspto.gov/jobs/become-patent-examiner
Miscellaneous Resources
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