Harvest Vineyard Intern

Job Description

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Are you eager to jumpstart your career in wine & viticulture? Join our Grower Relations team this harvest season to gain hands-on vineyard experience and learn about the wine production process from grape to barrel!

We are searching for three motivated Harvest Vineyard Interns! Ideal candidates must be quick learners, hardworking, and detail-oriented with a passion for agriculture.

This internship presents a unique opportunity to collaborate directly with the Grower Relations and Winemaking Teams. The internship starts with phenology tracking and field data collection for crop estimates. You will also assist with scouting and sugar sampling leading up to harvest. In September, interns will transition to the cellar and help with various cellar harvest tasks, including cleaning, crushing, sorting, barrel work, pump-overs, and more cleaning!

This full-time (40-50 hours per week) internship will begin in June and conclude in November. Full-time availability is preferred; however, depending on coursework commitments, we are open to accommodations for the right candidate. Positions are based in Paso Robles, CA (Wisteria Lane facility).

Job Description

Vienyard Responsibilities:

• Extensive data collection including
  • Cluster counting for crop forecasting
  • Vineyard monitoring
  • Pest scouting
  • Phenological data tracking
  • Testing and developing new sources for crop estimation methods
• Sugar sampling both berries and clusters for grape maturity and phenolics
• Utilize and operate tools and equipment used in agricultural applications, including RTV/ATV and hand tools

Cellar Responsibilities:

• Transition to the cellar will be 6 days/week and up to 12 hour days
• Preparation for Harvest: working with chemicals, pumps and hoses to sanitize tanks, bins and other equipment used for wine work
• 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

Qualifications

• Possessing a degree (or currently enrolled) in an Agriculture or Wine & Viticulture program; 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. However, we are open to scheduling accommodations for the right candidate.
• Flexible and willing to work varying shifts, overtime, and weekends
• Valid Drivers 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, and be detail-oriented
• Ability to work comfortably in a team environment and independently
• Must be self-motivated 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 work in secluded areas with no cell service
• Comfortable around wildlife and outdoor settings

Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.

Additional Information

Located in Paso Robles, JUSTIN® Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1981 and is known for crafting world- class wines using Bordeaux grape varieties, including the iconic ISOSCELES® blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Vineyard estate, located at 11680 Chimney Rock Road, features a Tasting Room, luxury five-star accommodations at the JUST Inn®, and a Restaurant—making it one of the only wineries on the Central Coast to offer all three options. In September 2018, a new second location, the JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room opened introducing an expansive wine-tasting bar, lounge, and a full dining room that’s situated prominently on the square along Downtown City Park in the heart of Paso Robles. In addition to its stellar hospitality, JUSTIN consistently receives top honors around the world, establishing itself as a leader in New World Bordeaux-style winemaking. JUSTIN wines are available through discerning fine wine retailers and restaurants throughout the United States, or directly from the Winery via JUSTIN’s Tasting Room, online store or to members of the exclusive JUSTIN Wine Society wine club. To discover more about JUSTIN, visit www.justinwine.com.We are pleased to share with you The Wonderful Company’s new Corporate Social Responsibility website: www.csr.wonderful.com.

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