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Careers in Ideas doesn’t run many events – except during our Summer of IP campaigns – but when we do, they’ll show through on this calendar.
All our events and follow-up resources are available free of charge to anyone who’s interested in IP-related careers. We run most of them online or in a hybrid format, to ensure we reach as many people as possible. We also try to make recordings so you can catch up later if you miss a live event – you’ll find those on our Resources page.
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- 1Summer of IP 2026 Introductory ResourcesAll Day
What? Many of the Summer of IP 2026 Introductory Resources will be available from 1st June. These will cover a range of topics: what IP is, different types of IP, different IP careers and roles, workplaces, application procedures and tips…and more These resources, pre-recorded events and event recordings will be availa , ... - 2Discover IP PodcastsAll Day
The Carpmaels & Ransford podcast brings you insights into the patent profession so you can understand if it might be the career path for you. Hosted by Senior Associate Ben Chapman, the series includes a range of guests from around the firm who share their experiences of working in IP. Find details of all the episo , ... - 3
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- 17IPO – Becoming a Patent Examiner10:30 am - 11:30 am
What? In this online event you will hear from a panel of Patent Examiners from the UK Intellectual Property Office. The examiners will discuss the different routes they took to becoming patent examiners and will answer questions from attendees. Who? Anyone can attend although graduates / university students may , ... - 18Online Coffee with IP Professional for Law Students9:30 am - 10:30 am
What? Join Tidman Legal for the opportunity to meet with an IP professional online. This event is for law students interested in intellectual property law. You’ll be able to chat informally and ask questions. Who? Law students looking to embark in a career in IP. How to sign-up / apply Students can , ...IP Careers for Students of Biological and Chemical Sciences1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
What? This webinar will explore the IP-related careers that might be particularly suited to people with a background in chemical and biological sciences. We’ll hear from patent attorneys, IP solicitors and UK Intellectual Property Office staff about their roles in the IP system, learning about the importance of IP in p , ... - 19
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- 23IP Taster Day10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join Stratagem IPM Ltd for an IP Taster Day in Cambridge. The taster day will include an overview of careers in IP, a workshop/skills session and opportunities to talk with Stratagem’s trainees and attorneys about their roles, experiences and pathways into their careers. Who? Anyone interest in a career in , ... - 24
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- 2Patents and Trade Marks Taster Day11:00 am - 5:00 pm
What? Join Abel & Imray in London for a Taster Day to learn about life as a patent or trade mark attorney. There will be various talks and sessions throughout the day, such as ‘Intro to Patents’, ‘Intro to Trade Marks’, ‘Ask that Trainees’. There will also be workshops and opport , ... - 3
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If you have any specific access requirements for an event, please let us know when you register, or by email at [email protected], and we’ll do what we can to help. The same applies if you have any dietary requirements that you think we should know about for an in-person event; it’s important to us that you feel welcome, comfortable and included.
Last Updated: June 2, 2026