2025 Harvest Internship – Duck Pond Cellars

Duck Pond Cellars; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided by Duck Pond

Optional camping near vineyard

Job summary

Duck Pond Cellars in the Willamette Valley invites students to join the 2026 Harvest Internship. You'll gain hands-on exposure to the full winemaking process, from vineyard sampling to cellar monitoring and equipment operation.

Schedule runs from early August through October 31, with up to 72 hours per week during peak periods; meals are provided, and optional camping near the vineyard is available. Come bring your curiosity, teamwork, and a good sense of humor to the team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible, long hours (up to 72 hrs/week during peak).
• Reliable transportation to the vineyard and cellar locations.
• Attention to detail and respect for safety.
• A good attitude and sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Learn the full winemaking process.
• Do punchdowns to the Grease soundtrack (and Prince or Queen!).
• Process fruit, dig out tanks, clean everything.
• Eat meals provided by Duck Pond.
• Optional: Camp in your van near the vineyard.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Attention to safety

Reliable transportation

Positive attitude

Job description

2026 Harvest Internship – Duck Pond Cellars

Duck Pond Cellars has been part of the Willamette Valley wine tradition for 30 years, and we're gearing up for an exciting 2025 harvest. Interns will gain hands‑on experience in all aspects of winemaking—from sampling grapes in the vineyard to operating equipment and monitoring ferments in the cellar.

We produce around 100,000 cases annually, processing 2,000 tons of fruit, and offer both small‑lot DTC and large‑scale wholesale experiences. Whether you're into science, machinery, or just want to crush grapes while blasting Queen, there's a spot for you on our team.

What You'll Do:

• Learn the full winemaking process
• Do punchdowns to the Grease soundtrack (and Prince or Queen!)
• Process fruit, dig out tanks, clean everything
• Eat meals provided by Duck Pond
• Optional: Camp in your van near the vineyard

What You'll Need:

• Ability to work flexible, long hours (up to 72 hrs/week during peak)
• Reliable transportation
• Attention to detail and respect for safety
• A good attitude and sense of humor

Details:

• Schedule: Early August through October 31