2026 Harvest Internship

Job Description:

About Us:
Tom Eddy Winery is a small, family-owned winery dedicated to crafting world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, along with small-lot Petite Sirah, Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Sonoma Malbec. Our internship program provides a unique opportunity to be an integral part of our winemaking team, producing ultra-premium, handcrafted wines. We are looking for a hardworking, passionate individual eager to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of the winemaking process within a family-owned environment.

Position Overview:
This internship offers hands-on involvement in the cellar, lab, and vineyard, providing a well-rounded experience in winemaking. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and willing to put in the hard work required during the fast-paced harvest season.

Primary Responsibilities:

Cellar Work (70%)
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation throughout the cellar.
- Operate various pumps and winemaking equipment.
- Assist with KMBS additions and barrel topping.
- Clean and steam barrels and kegs.
- Set up and operate harvest equipment properly.
- Process fruit, including destemming and pressing.
- Perform fermentation management (punch-downs, pump-overs, etc.).
- Transfer wine between tanks and barrel down.
- Clean harvest equipment daily.
- Clearing drains and scrubbing floors when necessary.

Lab Work (15%)
- Measure daily Brix and temperature of active fermentations using hydrometers.
- Maintain organized records of grape, juice, and wine analysis.
- Conduct free SO2 analysis (AO method).
- Perform titrations for TA and measure pH in grape, juice, and wine samples.
- Assist with yeast and bacterial inoculations as needed.

Vineyard Work (15%)
- Drive independently to vineyard sites across Napa and Sonoma counties.
- Collect accurate grape samples for vineyard block assessment.
- Observe and report vineyard conditions, including shoot growth, pests, irrigation, and disease pressure, directly to the winemaking team.

What We're Looking For:
We are seeking a motivated individual with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and passion for winemaking at every stage. The ideal candidate will:
- Work closely with the winemaking team in a collaborative, hands-on environment.
- Possess good communication skills and attention to detail.
- Be willing to work long, physically demanding hours during harvest.
- Have a sense of humor—we believe in working hard but also enjoying the process!

Position Details:
- Hours: PT as we ramp up. Harvest Hours: 8–12 hours per day, 6 days a week
- Duration: Approx. 10 weeks, from mid August to early November (may extend upon request)
- Housing: Recommendations provided upon request.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Basic understanding of winemaking processes, including cellar, lab, and vineyard operations.
- Willingness to work long, physical hours.
- A strong interest in a career in the California wine industry is highly preferred.

If you're eager to gain invaluable winemaking experience while working alongside passionate professionals in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you! For consideration, please apply by submitting your resume with a cover letter below.

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