Capstone Mentor STEM

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Join Crimson Education as a Capstone Mentor – Empower the Next Generation of Global Leaders!

Are you passionate about revolutionizing education and making a meaningful impact on future generations?

Crimson Education is a Series C global EdTech startup, founded in 2013, with a bold vision: to transform students into the world leaders of tomorrow through personalized education and technology. With a presence in 28 countries and a team of 700+ professionals, we connect over 3,000 tutors and mentors with students aiming for admission to top universities or career pathways around the globe.

We’re growing fast – and looking for exceptional Capstone Mentors to join our global team!

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