AI Tutor, General (contract), Handshake AI

About Handshake AI

Handshake is building the career network for the AI economy. Our three-sided marketplace connects 18 million students and alumni, 1,500+ academic institutions across the U.S. and Europe, and 1 million employers to power how the next generation explores careers, builds skills, and gets hired.

Handshake AI is a human data labeling business that leverages the scale of the largest early career network. We work directly with the world’s leading AI research labs to build a new generation of human data products. From PhDs in physics to undergrads fluent in LLMs, Handshake AI is the trusted partner for domain-specific data and evaluation at scale.

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing team shaping the future of AI through better data, better tools, and better systems—for experts, by experts.

Now’s a great time to join Handshake. Here’s why:

• Leading the AI Career Revolution: Be part of the team redefining work in the AI economy for millions worldwide.

• Proven Market Demand: Deep employer partnerships across Fortune 500s and the world’s leading AI research labs.

• World-Class Team: Leadership from Scale AI, Meta, xAI, Notion, Coinbase, and Palantir, just to name a few.

• Capitalized & Scaling: $3.5B valuation from top investors including Kleiner Perkins, True Ventures, Notable Capital, and more.

About the Role

As an AI Tutor, Generalist, you will play a key role in improving AI capabilities by reviewing expert-annotated data using proprietary software. Your academic expertise will directly impact the training of AI models, ensuring accuracy, nuance, and relevance across a wide range of topics. This role requires analytical thinking, adaptability, and a passion for technological advancement.

This is a remote contract position with variable time commitments. The services provided are supplementary and distinct from Handshake’s core business operations.

Day-to-day responsibilities include

• Utilizing proprietary software to provide accurate feedback to expert AI trainers

• Ensuring high-quality data curation and contributing to the development of AI models

• Collaborating with technical teams to refine annotation tools and methodologies

• Applying general academic and analytical expertise to evaluate AI-generated and human responses

• Interpreting, analyzing, and reviewing tasks based on evolving instructions

Desired Capabilities

• PhD or currently enrolled in a PhD program in any discipline (humanities, social sciences, education, law, business, arts, STEM, etc.)

• Proficiency in both informal and professional English writing

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to navigate various information sources

• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

• Ability to make autonomous decisions based on limited data

• Passion for AI, innovation, and technology

Extra Credit

• Research experience with published work in a reputable journal

• Previous AI tutoring or evaluation experience

• Teaching experience (professor, teacher, or tutor)

• Experience in academic writing, journalism, or professional communication

Additional Information

• Engagement: Contract, remote, variable time commitment

• Schedule: Flexibility required, with some evening and weekend availability

• Location: Fully remote (no visa sponsorship available)

• Technical Requirements: Personal device supporting Windows 10 or macOS Big Sur 11.0+ and reliable access to a smartphone