Harvest Cellar Intern (starts August 2026)

Vineburg Wine Company • Sonoma, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a rare chance to be part of one of California’s most historic wineries—working alongside a passionate team and acclaimed Winemaker, Connor Bockman. As the oldest continuously family-owned winery in California, we are dedicated to crafting premium wines with integrity, innovation, and a deep respect for our land and legacy.

Harvest is the most exciting time of year in the winery, and we’re looking for motivated individuals to join our cellar team and play a hands-on role in bringing the vintage to life.

The Harvest Cellar Support role is a seasonal, hands-on position that assists the winemaking team with all aspects of harvest operations. This role is critical to the success of the vintage and provides a unique opportunity to gain immersive experience in premium wine production.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Reliable and punctual with strong work ethic
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
• Effective communication skills
• English proficiency required; Spanish is a plus
• Valid California Driver’s License preferred, but not required
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions

Nice To Haves

• Spanish is a plus
• Valid California Driver’s License preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Grape receiving and processing
• Additions to juice and wine
• Cap management (pump-overs, punch-downs)
• Fermentation monitoring and data collection
• Barrel work (cleaning, filling, topping, racking)
• Cleaning and sanitizing tanks, equipment, and winery spaces
• Supporting daily cellar operations as needed

Benefits

• paid sick time
• wine and merchandise discounts
• the opportunity to be part of an iconic harvest experience

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees