Studio Coach

About Cornell Tech

Cornell Tech is Cornell University’s state-of-the-art campus in New York City that develops leaders and technologies for the AI era through foundational and applied research, graduate education, and new ventures. Located on Roosevelt Island, the growing campus was founded in partnership with the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology and in close collaboration with the NYC Economic Development Corporation after Cornell won a worldwide competition initiated by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg’s administration to create an applied sciences campus in New York City. More than 1,000 Cornell students are now educated annually on the campus, including 700 in Cornell Tech programs. Since opening in 2012, nearly 120 new companies have spun out from startup programs at Cornell Tech, and 95 percent of them are based in New York City. Cornell Tech continues to have a transformative economic impact on the region’s tech sector.

About Studio

Cornell Tech’s Studio is the signature differentiator of the eight master’s degree programs at Cornell Tech. All 400+ of Cornell Tech’s master’s students participate in a practically oriented, multi-disciplinary, team-based curriculum, corresponding to eight credits across two semesters. In the Studio, students work in multi-program teams to learn and practice user-driven tech industry development processes, creating prototypes of digital-enabled products and services. Students engage with end-users, companies, nonprofits, and government agencies to create prototypes of digitally enabled solutions to real-world challenges, gaining vital feedback and ideas from fellow students, faculty, and practitioners in the NYC tech community through a variety of formats, including workshops, lectures, crits, and more.

Position Summary

The Studio Coach supports the execution of Cornell Tech’s Studio program, working with the Studio team (both faculty and staff) to ensure students learn how to build digitally-enabled products and services that matter. The Studio Coach reports to the Director of Studio Programming and takes academic direction from the Chief Practice Officer and studio faculty.

For information about Cornell Tech please visit tech.cornell.edu. Information about Studio is available at tech.cornell.edu/studio.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• There are two potential start dates for this position (June 29 and August 10, 2026). The end date for both positions will be December 19, 2026. Qualified applicants will indicate their start date preference during the interview process.
• The pay rate is $30.00 per hour.
• This position is at 75 percent effort (30 hours per week) and is not eligible for Cornell's benefits.
• This position requires evening and weekend work, particularly during the academic year.
• This position will be primarily in person on Cornell Tech’s Roosevelt Island campus in New York City.
• Coaches that start June 29th will be required to be on campus Monday through Thursday during the program dates of July 13th to 30th.
• In the fall, ALL COACHES will be required to be in the office 2-3 days per week. Individuals must be located in the United States throughout the appointment period. Coaches will be required to be present for all Studio academic activities, including classes, recitations, workshops, and Maker Days. The majority of these in-person activities will happen on Fridays during the semester.

Essential Functions

Summer 2026 - Studio Coaches who start on June 29th will have the following responsibilities and expectations during the Summer term to support Cornell Tech’s Summer Innovation Intensives for High School Students:

• Mentor and support teams of high school students as they develop technology-driven innovation projects throughout the program.
• Facilitate team collaboration, helping students brainstorm ideas, define problems, and develop creative solutions.
• Guide students through the innovation process, including ideation, research, prototyping, testing, and iteration.
• Provide feedback on student work, helping teams refine their concepts and strengthen their project direction.
• Support program staff during workshops, studio sessions, and project work time.
• Help troubleshoot project challenges and connect students with relevant resources or technical guidance when needed.
• Collaborate with other coaches and program staff to ensure a smooth and positive student experience.
• Complete required Youth Protection Training and ensure full compliance with all institutional youth safety policies
• Enforce program rules, behavioral expectations, and safeguarding protocols for all participants
• Serve as a responsible chaperone during program activities, maintaining active supervision and ensuring participant safety at all times

Fall 2026 - All Studio Coaches will have the following responsibilities during the Fall 2026 semester. (The percentage breakdown will vary over the course of the semester.)

Curriculum preparation and quality assurance (10%)

• Collaborate with instructors to ensure the curriculum in Canvas has all necessary relevant information, and is well-organized and up to date
• Support the development of newly created content, including conducting research, case writing, and planning workshops

Coaching (40%)

• Provide office hours to students and teams
• Provide guidance and feedback to students aligned with faculty instruction
• Report to faculty and staff on student feedback and progress

Grading (20%)

• Assess student progress, assign grades, and provide written feedback on class deliverables in accordance with faculty instruction
• Incorporate feedback about class deliverables into coaching and mentoring

Facilitation of workshops (30%)

• Lead and support workshops and recitations in accordance with faculty instruction
• Prepare materials and coordinate room logistics with the Studio team
• Monitor and record attendance and participation by students

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a business or technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a focus on entrepreneurship
• Experience creating and developing digitally-enabled products and services
• Strong organizational skills and significant experience in program execution
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and relationship-building qualities; ability to coach and give feedback to people while maintaining a positive and productive rapport
• Proven ability to work in a team context, as well as the ability to be effective when working independently
• Demonstrated computer skills and experience with standard desktop tools, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, Slack, Airtable, and Zoom
• Highest standards of integrity to develop trust with current students, faculty, staff, partners, and employers

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from Cornell Tech
• Experience with Canvas or other learning management systems