Harvest Vineyard Intern
About The Position
JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is located in the Paso Robles region of California's Central Coast. We operate with a desire to make world-class wines that reflect the unique soils and climate of the area. We take great pride in making Bordeaux-style blends and single varietals, combining Old World tradition with New World techniques. Are you passionate about agriculture, fascinated by winegrowing, and eager to dive into one of the most exciting seasons in the vineyard and winery? JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is thrilled to offer a highly sought‑after Harvest Vineyard Internship opportunity for the 2026 growing season and harvest! This hands‑on, immersive internship begins June 15 and runs through November 15, giving you the rare chance to experience the full arc of the growing season—from early phenology to the height of harvest and into cellar production. If you’re a quick learner, self‑starter, hard worker, and detail‑driven with a genuine passion for agriculture and wine, this is your moment. You’ll work directly alongside JUSTIN’s Grower Relations team, gaining invaluable real‑world experience in both the vineyard and the cellar. No two days are the same—one moment you’re in the vineyard scouting or gathering crop data, the next you're in the cellar supporting winemaking activities. You’ll also be provided with a company vehicle for travel to and from vineyard properties—a huge perk that ensures you’re fully equipped for fieldwork. Job duration: Internship role begins June 15th through November 15th. This is a full-time, 40 hours/week, hourly-paid internship position. Ready to immerse yourself in the vineyards?
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. For the right candidate, exceptions may be made to accommodate scheduling conflicts.
- 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
Responsibilities
- Hands-on data collection includes:
- 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.
Benefits
- Wine and Merchandise Discounts
- All the FIJI water you can drink at work
- Wine Education Program
- Fun Work Environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
