Harvest Vineyard Intern

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery•Paso Robles, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is offering a Harvest Vineyard Internship opportunity for the 2026 growing season and harvest. This hands-on, immersive internship begins June 15 and runs through November 15, providing experience in the full arc of the growing season, from early phenology to harvest and cellar production. The intern will work directly with the Grower Relations team, gaining experience in both the vineyard and the cellar. A company vehicle will be provided for travel to vineyard properties.

Requirements

Possessing a degree (or currently enrolled) in an Agriculture or Wine & Viticulture program is preferred; harvest and wine industry experience is recommended
If currently enrolled in school, willingness to take time off from school (including online courses) is highly preferred.
Flexible and willing to work varying shifts, overtime, and weekends
Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record; a company vehicle will be provided to get to and from vineyard properties
Possess a positive attitude, strong communication skills, detail-oriented, comfortable working alone as well as effectively with others
Must be self-motivated and solution-oriented with a strong work ethic – this position involves working independently for extended periods with the expectation to remain on task and solve problems as needed
Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk long distances and/or hills in hot and cold climates for a majority of the day
Ability to walk long distances and/or hills in a variety of hot and cold climates for a large portion of the days
Ability to work in remote areas and be comfortable around wildlife and outdoor settings

Nice To Haves

For the right candidate, exceptions may be made to accommodate scheduling conflicts.

Responsibilities

Hands-on data collection includes: Grape cluster counting for crop forecasting, Data entry, Pest scouting, Phenological data tracking, Conducting trials and research, Sugar sampling for grape maturity and phenolics.
Operate RTVs/ATVs and essential agricultural tools.
Projects and opportunities as needed by the business.
Harvest Preparation: clean and sanitize tanks, bins and other equipment.
Harvest Assistance: performing punch downs, pump-overs, ingredient additions, processing and wine transfers.
Barrel Work: receiving and labelling new barrels, empty barrel maintenance and assisting with topping of barrels.