Career Services Grader

About Break Through Tech
Break Through Tech transforms how tech talent is discovered, developed, and connected to opportunity in the age of AI. Working across higher education and industry, Break Through Tech delivers programs nationwide and integrates technical training, work-based learning, mentorship, and career readiness with deep employer partnerships to create more effective and scalable routes into early tech careers. Break Through Tech is actively shaping the field of early tech talent development by identifying what works, translating those insights into replicable models, and helping define more consistent approaches to how talent is prepared, assessed, and hired across institutions and employers.

At a moment when AI is reshaping every aspect of work and society, Break Through Tech’s mission is urgent: to ensure that the people who build what comes next — and who are in the room where the most consequential technology decisions of our time get made — look like the world they will shape. Learn more about our work at .

Position Summary
We’re looking for strategic and collaborative Career Services Graders to join our Delivery team. Reporting to the Director, Career Services, the part-time, non-exempt role will grade resume, LinkedIn, and Github materials for participants of the 2026-2027 AI program. We are looking for individuals who can efficiently and accurately grade job searching materials in accordance with Break Through Tech’s guidance and best practices. Ideal candidates will have experience reviewing job searching materials for undergraduate job seekers.

This is a part-time, remote position (10 hours per week starting July 16th, 2026 and ending
August 28th, 2026). Career Services Graders will be hired at a rate of $25/hr for up to a maximum of 10 hours per week. U.S. Work Authorization is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential duties of this role are grouped into categories, with the approximate percentage of time spent on each category indicated below

Review and Evaluation of Job Search Materials (60%)

• Read and assess undergraduate fellows’ resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and GitHub profiles using established rubrics and evaluation criteria.

Feedback and Scoring Documentation (30%)

• Provide constructive written feedback, assign scores accurately, and record evaluations in Canvas or other designated grading platforms.

Administrative Coordination and Compliance (10%)

• Maintain organization of grading assignments, adhere to deadlines, ensure confidentiality of participant information, and communicate professionally with program staff as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of resume, LinkedIn, and GitHub best practices for undergraduate job seekers
• Ability to evaluate job search materials consistently using standardized rubrics
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to provide clear, constructive feedback
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines independently
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive participant information appropriately
• Proficiency with Canvas or similar online grading and learning management systems
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with career readiness, internship, or early-career recruiting processes preferred
• Ability to review materials efficiently while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills

Education and/or Experience
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Personal computer and stable internet connection
• Comfortable with Canvas or other grading platforms
• Strong organizational skills and ability to adhere to deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in undergraduate career services or career coaching
• Experience in reviewing undergraduate job search materials

Work Model/Location
This role is designated as remote; however, candidates must be located in the United States.

Compensation and Hours

• Pay rate: $25 per hour
• The position is expected to require up to 10 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.
• These roles are open to any eligible candidates across the US.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Break Through Tech believes in creating a more equitable playing field for applicants and values the depth of relevant skills built through successful education, work, and life experiences. If your background and skills are a close match for this position, you are strongly encouraged to apply. Break Through Tech is committed to further building and maintaining a staff that reflects the full range of communities we serve and is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Break Through Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment at Break Through Tech is contingent upon successful completion of references and a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal record, and other relevant screenings as permitted by law. Background checks are conducted after a conditional offer of employment and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.