2026 Labor Capital Strategies Fellowship Application

Deadline for submitting this application for the 2026 Summer LCS Fellowship
is Midnight EST on February 13th, 2026.

This is a paid Summer Fellowship: 40 hours per week for 8 weeks at $20/hour.

To learn more about the program, visit our website.
Contact heartland@steelvalley.org with any questions.

Your application is reviewed by a committee of "real" people.
Your answers will be screened for use of AI tools.

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* 1. Contact Information

Name

Permanent Address

Address 2

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Pronouns

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 2. Enter a non-school email address

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* 3. Education Information

University Attending

Current Class Year (i.e., Sophomore, Graduate)

Major

Anticipated Graduation Date

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* 4. Where did you hear about the Fellowship?

Please limit your answers to no more than 200 words.

Your application is reviewed by a committee of "real" people.
Your answers will be screened for use of AI tools.

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* 5. Why are you interested in the LCS Fellowship

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* 6. What skills or experiences do you have that are relevant to this work?

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* 7. Why are labor rights and worker justice important to you?

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* 8. What is your current knowledge of responsible or impact investing? Is this important to you?
(Impact investing refers to investments made with the intention of generating both financial returns and positive social or environmental impact—such as creating good jobs, strengthening communities, or advancing sustainability.)

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* 9. Describe a challenge you have faced and how you overcame it?

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* 10. Indicate if you are looking for a remote, in-person or hybrid position. Check all that apply.

In-person

Remote

Hybrid

Whatever the host organization prefers

I can only participate in the manner I selected above

Provide two references. Make sure that at least one of your references is from a prior work, internship, service, or organizing environment in which you have worked. (Note: we do not need a letter of recommendation from anyone – just the name and contact info of someone who could serve as a reference for you).

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* 11. Reference #1

Name

Relationship to you

Phone Number

Email Address

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* 12. Reference #2

Name

Relationship to you

Phone Number

Email Address

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* 13. Attach a copy of your resume. Your last name MUST be part of the file name.

PDF, DOC, DOCX file types only.

Choose File

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* 14. Provide any questions you may have regarding Fellowship expectations or general inquiries.

Please select one of the below options: a personal written statement OR a three minute video. You are NOT required to complete both. However, if neither option is submitted, your application will be dismissed.

Tell us about yourself in a one-page statement. This document provides you with an opportunity to introduce yourself on a personal level. The style is up to you, but the content should convey your background and motivation for applying for the LCS Fellowship as well as how this relates to your interests and future goals. Do not repeat information from other parts of the application. The document should be limited to a maximum of one single-spaced page with 1" margins and Times New Roman 12pt font. Upload the file below and you MUST include your last name as part of the file name.

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* 15. Personal Statement

PDF, DOC, DOCX file types only.

Choose File

Create and upload a one-minute video describing yourself and your career goals. The video should not be longer than three minutes and should be a reflection of your personality. Feel free to be as creative as you want. Once you have completed your video, add the link in the below and make sure it is accessible.

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* 1. Contact Information

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* 2. Enter a non-school email address

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* 3. Education Information

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* 4. Where did you hear about the Fellowship?

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* 5. Why are you interested in the LCS Fellowship

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* 6. What skills or experiences do you have that are relevant to this work?

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* 7. Why are labor rights and worker justice important to you?

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* 9. Describe a challenge you have faced and how you overcame it?

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* 10. Indicate if you are looking for a remote, in-person or hybrid position. Check all that apply.

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* 11. Reference #1

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* 12. Reference #2

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* 13. Attach a copy of your resume. Your last name MUST be part of the file name.

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* 14. Provide any questions you may have regarding Fellowship expectations or general inquiries.

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* 15. Personal Statement

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* 16. 3-Minute Video - Provide a link here.