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Cornell University Program Manager, Break Through Tech (NYC) Temporary, Fulltime in NEW YORK, New York

About Break Through TechBreak Through Tech, an initiative of Cornell Tech, works with high potential undergraduate students from across the country to train, empower and connect them to influential tech opportunities. About Cornell TechCornell 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. Position SummaryWe are seeking a Program Manager to oversee the successful delivery of Break Through Tech's innovative work-based learning programs. In this role, you will onboard and manage industry professionals, graduate students and other temporary staff who will in turn work directly with our students as they build their professional and technical skills. This is a temporary, full-time position beginning on March 1, 2026, and ending on June 30, 2026, with the potential to convert to a permanent role after that date. This is a hybrid in-person position. The ideal candidate will be based in New York City and work from the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island weekly on Wednesdays. The remote location must be within the United States. Starting salary range: $96,750 - $102,750Visa sponsorship is not available.This position is not eligible for Cornell's benefits. Essential Functions Include:Program Operations- Plan and manage the successful delivery of program activities for one or more cohorts of participants:Collaborate with other program staff to assist in developing long range goals, action plans and measurement/evaluation processes; regularly review and analyze program data to assess effectiveness of the program; determine any adjustments needed.Develop, manage and monitor program budget; ensure that all grant obligations and reporting duties are met.Assist in developing and implementing programmatic policies and systemic procedures.Participate in and recommend strategic and operational planning for programs.Coordinate and administer programs both in-person and online - Ensure program health metrics and outcomes meet or exceed our benchmarks for quality and efficiency.Track and report on program health metrics and outcomes data.Produce regular program reports and develop special reports as needed. - Monitor student engagement and progress towards goals; partner with other staff to ensure we intervene appropriately to maximize retention, completion and outcomes attainment.Ensure all student issues are resolved in partnership with Program leadership and supporting teamsAdvise and serve as a resource and liaison to students, connecting students with support resources as appropriate within Break Through Tech and beyond.Provide guidance, advice, and oversight to student groups and organizations.Oversee the facilitation and development of the student community to drive retention. - Plan and execute key events and program components for participants including orientation sessions, training workshops, social events and other core experiences.Work behind-the-scenes with other team members to produce events and experiencesMay facilitate activities or present information during events and experienc

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