Professional Leadership Programs

Apprenticeship, Internship and Multicultural Fellowship

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Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s Professional Leadership Programs offer opportunities for students, graduates, and professionals to experience the inner-workings of a professional theatre from every angle. Each of these programs includes a uniquely hands-on experience coupled with mentorship and professional development.

Watch a video documenting the Apprentice experience.

Important Dates

Apprenticeship: Applications due March 15, 2012
Summer Internship: Applications are no longer being accepted for 2012. 2013 applications will be available in Decemeber.
Multicultural Fellowship: Applications are no longer being accepted for the 2012/13 season. Applications for the 2013/14 season will be available in December.

What to Expect

  • Formalized and comprehensive training in arts administration or production
  • Focus on professional development and networking
  • Lifelong connections to peers, mentors and artists
  • Independent and collective learning projects
  • Hands-on experience for future career opportunities
  • Discount and free tickets to area theaters
  • Ability to witness firsthand how a world-class theater operates

Find out more

Find out more about the Professional Leadership Programs (PLP) by visiting the Apprenticeship, Summer Internship or Multicultural Fellowship pages or download a PLP brochure (PDF).