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Re: Working for the USPTO
« Reply #525 on: Aug 20th, 2006, 9:00am » |
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question for new hires doing the PTAcademy... my first day, im supposed to report at 7:30 am. Is this going to be the start time for the WHOLE 8 month period?
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« Reply #526 on: Aug 20th, 2006, 4:12pm » |
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Regarding the PTA starting times: every new training group is a little different (they're still tweaking), but most likely, 7:30 will be the starting time everyday until you work on live cases. Then you will get some more leeway to show up a few hours later.
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Re: Working for the USPTO
« Reply #527 on: Aug 20th, 2006, 10:53pm » |
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hello everyone i have read a bit through the forum but i still want to ask a few questions. I have been offered a job at USPTO as a GS-7 level 10. 1. is there any way to ask to become a GS-9 2. I am supposed to start on september 18 is there any relocation aid since i am moving from the midwest. 3. Would they match any other offers if i have other offers available. thank you very much and i am thankfull for all your help.
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Re: Working for the USPTO
« Reply #528 on: Aug 20th, 2006, 10:55pm » |
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I got a few more question sorry for all the trouble thank you for all your help. 1. Where would you suggest to live? and how much is the rent 2. regarding the work incentive i am an electrical engineer with two years experinece when would they give the incentive. 3. there is 8 month training and they say there is a quick promotion after 6 months is it 6 months after i start working or after the training.
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Re: Working for the USPTO
« Reply #529 on: Aug 20th, 2006, 10:57pm » |
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my last question i promise. (i hope) 1. Does the USPTO pay for business school if i would to one part time since i already have a GMAT. 2. How are the medical benefits and how much. 3. for the bonus do i have to sign something lie a 4 year contract and if i wanna leave would i be penalized. Thank you again for your help and i am waiting for your answer.
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