Harvest Intern: Hands-On Winegrowing & Cellar Work

California Winemaker; California; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Californiawinemaker is offering an internship at Hirsch Vineyards located in California, where interns will participate in the 2021 harvest. This hands-on role includes vineyard sampling, fruit processing, and cellar work, providing a great opportunity for those passionate about winemaking.

Interns are expected to commit to the entire harvest season, working up to 6 days a week during peak periods. Compensation will depend on experience, and housing is available for those in need.

Qualifications

• Prior work in wine production of at least one year, and at least one full harvest.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Reliability and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Involved in vineyard sampling, fruit processing, and cellar work.
• Perform barrel work, including cleaning and filling.
• Maintain record keeping for operations.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Forklift experience

Job description

Start Date08/02/2021

Internship

Job Description:

Hirsch Vineyards is an estate vineyard and winery on the True Sonoma Coast. We are family-owned and biodynamic, producing site-driven Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with minimal intervention.

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated harvest interns to join our team for the 2021 harvest. Our team is small, and interns will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of harvest: vineyard sampling, fruit processing, cellar work and tasting. Those looking for hands-on experience in a wide variety of winemaking and viticultural tasks will find the intern role at Hirsch to be rewarding.

The intern positions start in August and usually end in late October. Actual start and end dates are harvest dependent.

Responsibilities and tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Barrel work (cleaning & filling)

• Record keeping (paper and electronic)

Requirements:

• Prior work in wine production of at least one year, and at least one full harvest

• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude

• Ability to work long and variable hours

• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting up to 50 pounds, repetitive movements, bending down, and ascend/descend ladders

• Reliability and flexibility

• Ability to legally work in the USA

• Forklift experience highly desired

Interns must commit to the entire length of harvest. During the busiest harvest period interns may work up to 6 days a week. Outside the busiest harvest period, work may be reduced to 4 or 5 days a week. Compensation is dependent on experience, with overtime based on California law.

Due to our remote location, housing in available to those who need it, and you must have your own car.