Stellenbosch Harvest Winemaking Internship 2027

wine.co.za; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanonkop Wine Estate in Stellenbosch is seeking a motivated intern to join our cellar team for the 2027 harvest season, January to April 2027. This hands-on internship offers practical experience across all aspects of the winemaking process within a premium, site-expressive estate.

Candidates should hold a qualification in Viticulture and Oenology or Winemaking, be willing to work long hours including weekends and public holidays during harvest, and work well in a team.

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant qualification in viticulture/oenology or winemaking.
• Strong interest in premium wine production and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced cellar environment.
• Willingness to work long hours, weekends and public holidays when required.
• Own accommodation and reliable transport in Stellenbosch area.
• Forklift licence and prior cellar or harvest experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and processing grapes.
• Assisting the winemaking team with day-to-day cellar operations.
• Conducting routine laboratory analyses.
• Assisting with cellar hygiene, cleaning and housekeeping.
• Monitoring and managing fermentations.
• Performing cellar additions and wine movements.
• Operating and assisting with presses and other cellar equipment.
• Punch-downs and other fermentation-related cellar work.
• Racking and transferring wine.
• Barrel filling, emptying and general barrel work.

Skills

Interest in wine production

Teamwork

Willingness to work long hours

Education

BScAgric, BAgric, BSc or related qualification in Viticulture and Oenology or Winemaking

Job description

Kanonkop Wine Estate in Stellenbosch is seeking a motivated intern to join our cellar team for the 2027 harvest season, January to April 2027. This hands-on internship offers practical experience across all aspects of the winemaking process within a premium, site-expressive estate.

Candidates should hold a qualification in Viticulture and Oenology or Winemaking, be willing to work long hours including weekends and public holidays during harvest, and work well in a team.