Bridge the gap between training and a professional career

The Apprenticeship Program is a paid training program for early-career arts administrators and theatre production practitioners. Participants are given practical learning experiences and independent and collective projects, all while working as a part of a team with Steppenwolf's staff. Apprentices also participate in monthly day long seminars focused around professional development, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and career advancement. 

Application Information and Important Dates

We will not be hosting apprentices and fellows in the 2024/2025 season. We will update the website with more information next fall about plans for the 2025/2026 season. Thank you for checking back at that time for further information and for your continued interest in Steppenwolf.

Apprenticeships are hosting in the following departments:

Not what you're looking for? Go back, or check out our Summer Internships or Fellowships.

Eligibility

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must:

  • Be at least 18 years old by the start of the program
  • Be able to commit to a 9-month program 
  • Reside in, or be able to relocate to, Chicago
  • Have a strong desire to work in one or two of the departments offered for the Apprenticeship and express this interest in the application
  • Carefully read through the instructions and submit a thoughtfully completed application

We have not traditionally been able to make an Apprenticeship work alongside a full-time college course load. 

Compensation

Pay: Minimum wage for an average of 28 or 40 hours/week, depending on the department.

Benefits: Eligibility for Steppenwolf's part-time dental plan, paid sick time, vision insurance and a pre-tax Chicago Transit Authority card.

Perks: Professional Development, networking opportunities, free tickets to Steppenwolf productions, and more