Crimson Education
Capstone Mentor STEM
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Remote - US
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June 23rd, 2026
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Crimson Education is hiring a Capstone Mentor STEM to guide students through personalized leadership projects that enhance their college applications and personal development. The role involves mentoring students, supporting project proposal development, monitoring timelines, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure a smooth mentorship experience.
Highlights
- Guide students through personalized leadership projects across six dynamic pathways including STEM and Engineering.
- Support proposal development, milestone tracking, expert consultations, and final submissions.
- Manage project timelines and collaborate with Strategists and Admins for a seamless mentorship process.
- Required proficiency in STEM, Engineering, Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related fields.
- Preferred candidates hold degrees from Top 30 U.S. universities, with flexibility for AUSNZ or LATAM applicants possessing project management experience.
- Flexible commitment of around 5+ hours per week with autonomy in choosing students to mentor.
- Compensation based on professional background and expertise, paid for live session time including preparation and follow-up.
- Work remotely within the Service Delivery department on a contract basis.
- Focus on mentorship, leadership development, and education innovation in a globally recognized college admissions consulting firm.
Capstone Mentor STEM Full Description
Capstone Mentor STEM
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Crimson Education is the world’s leading college admissions consulting firm, with over 1,490 Ivy League offers and 2,410 to the US Top 15. We help ambitious students gain admission to the world’s top universities through expert-led guidance and proven, data-driven strategies. Crimson students are 7x more likely to get into the Ivy League than their peers. We were recently featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal.
Crimson is the only college admissions consultancy that brings together:
Crimson is the only college admissions consultancy that brings together:
- Former Ivy League and Top 20 admissions officers to rigorously review and refine applications
- Professors and PhD teaching fellows from leading universities to guide students through original, independent research — with pathways to selective peer-reviewed publication or conference presentation
- Past ISEF winners and judges who coach students to compete for state, national, and international science fair awards
- Capstone project mentors who help students design and scale leadership initiatives with real-world impact, measurable outcomes, and credible external validation
We’re backed by leading VC firms, including Tiger Global, Heal Partners, IceHouse Ventures, and Movac, and recently closed a USD $40M Series D funding round at a USD $640M valuation. We now operate across 21 markets worldwide, including the US, Canada, UK, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia, and New Zealand.
About the Capstone Program
Our revamped Capstone Program supports students across six dynamic pathways:
- Education & Programs
- Software & Technology
- Engineering & Innovation
- Policy & Social Impact
- Arts & Media
- Ventures & Business
Each pathway has three progressive outcome tiers, guiding students from foundational work to advanced impact-driven initiatives.
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applications from around the world! Ideal candidates will have:
- A degree from a Top 30 U.S. university (strongly preferred) in STEM
- Applicants from AUSNZ or LATAM regions: U.S. educational background not required, but project management experience is essential
- Strong backgrounds in STEM, Engineering, Computer Science, Machine Learning or related fields are especially valued
- Passion for mentorship, leadership development, and education innovation
The Role: Capstone Mentor
As a Capstone Mentor, you’ll guide students through their personalized leadership project journey, helping them develop ideas, execute strategic plans, and reach tier-specific outcomes. These projects are central to students’ college applications and personal development.
Core Responsibilities:
- Mentor students through regular meetings and structured checkpoints
- Support proposal development, tier milestone tracking, and final submission
- Assist students in managing expert consultations and building impactful community-focused projects
- Monitor and manage project timelines, ensuring students stay on track
- Collaborate with internal teams (Strategists & Admins) to ensure a seamless mentorship experience
Time Commitment & Flexibility
- Around 5 hours per week (or more)
- Flexible scheduling — you choose which students to work with
- Mentors must commit to supporting students through project completion
Compensation
Compensation is based on your professional background, expertise, and educational experience. You will be paid for live session time, which includes:
- 1 hour session
- ~15 minutes preparation
- ~10 minutes session summary
- ~10-15 minutes follow-up/research
Why Crimson?
- Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Make a real impact on students’ futures
- Enjoy global reach with the flexibility of remote work
- Use cutting-edge technology to empower learning
Department
Service Delivery
Locations
United States, United Kingdom , Melbourne, Remote - USA
Remote status
Fully Remote
Employment type
Contract
Service Delivery
Locations
United States, United Kingdom , Melbourne, Remote - USA
Remote status
Fully Remote
Employment type
Contract
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