Today, Monday 3 July 2023, we launch our Summer of IP outreach campaign! Our team of volunteers have put together a range of free resources and events open to anyone who’s interested in learning more about a career in intellectual property.
Summer of IP includes events to raise awareness about intellectual property (IP) generally and the careers available here, along with activities such as open days, talks, mentoring sessions and even work experience opportunities. For many of these, priority will be given to candidates from groups that are currently under-represented in the IP sector.
The introductory events
The programme of introductory events includes four initial pre-recorded events that go live on our website today and nine further events throughout July. You can find registration links for all the live events by visiting this page, where you’ll also find links to the recordings afterwards. There’s a useful summary available to download here.
The employer opportunities
IP sector employers will be hosting various activities and events throughout July, August and September, both online and in-person around the UK. These range from taster days and open days/evenings to a week of work experience and a mock trade mark opposition hearing. The full list of activities on offer can be found here. Do apply early as spaces are limited for some of the activities.
Your chance to chat to an IP professional…!
Finally, don’t miss the opportunity to chat, either one-to-one or in a small group, with someone who already works in the IP professions. Sign up for one of our “coffee dates”, let us know what kind of role you might be interested in, and we’ll match you with someone suitable.
Want to know more?
To find out more about this exciting campaign, check out our dedicated Summer of IP webpage or download our participant brochure. See you there!