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Application Deadlines & Submission

2012 Summer Internship: February 15, 2012
2012-2013 Multicultural Fellowship: February 15, 2012
2012-2013 Apprenticeship: March 15, 2012

Submit your application by clicking here.
Questions? Try our FAQ.

(Note: The Multicultural Fellowship will require additional application materials. Should you be selected as a finalist, those materials will be sent to you.)

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Application Materials & Instructions

The application requires you submit the following materials-- in ONE SINGLE PDF-- and upload them to your online application.

PDF Materials Should Include in this Order:

  • An optional cover letter
  • A Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining experience specific to the departments to which you are applying (can submit both an administrative and production resume if desired)
  • Two letters of recommendation from professors, teachers, supervisors or colleagues. These letters should specify:

    o The recommenders relationship to you

    o Why you have been a valuable employee, student or volunteer

    o Any office or production experience you have relevant to the position to which you are applying

    o Anything else the recommender feels we should know about you

    o The letters of recommendation should be on your recommender's university or company letterhead and should include contact information for your recommender (we will likely contact this individual before hiring)
  • Personal Statement which discusses the following:

    o Your long term professional goals (as much as you know them at this point)

    o To which 2 departments you are applying and why (be specific!)

    o How you feel you will be benefited by the program (based on what you have read from the program materials provided on this website)

    o How you feel about working and living in Chicago

    o Any unique contribution you will bring to Steppenwolf Theatre Company
  • Work Samples: Work samples are requested only for the Properties Apprenticeship and are not mandatory. If you are applying for the Properties Apprenticeship and have work photos you would like to submit, please include up to 5 photos in your PDF document. Work samples for all other positions WILL NOT be included in the application; please do not send them.