Lab Intern - Chateau St. Jean - $500 Sign-On

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The History of Foley Family Wines & Spirits
In spring of 1996, Bill & Carol Foley purchased 1,000 acres of lush and fertile earth within the then relatively unknown Sta. Rita Hills region of Santa Barbara County. Their plan – produce hand-crafted Chardonnay and Pinot Noir that reflected the best of California’s Central Coast. Named for their two daughters – Lindsey & Courtney – Lincourt Vineyards was born, and with it, the beginning of Foley Family Wines & Spirits.

In the 25 years since, Foley Family Wines & Spirits has grown into one of the world’s largest producers of fine wine, adding some of the industry’s most valuable wineries, located in the most recognized winemaking regions, including Napa, Sonoma, the Pacific Northwest, and New Zealand. Today, the Foley Family Wines & Spirits portfolio boasts a number of the most-celebrated names in wine, including Chalk Hill Estate, Chalone, Ferrari-Carano, and Sebastiani

Job Summary:
This position is ideal for someone interested in pursuing a career in the winemaking industry. We are looking for individuals who are energetic, want to learn, enjoy the winemaking process and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Requires work schedule flexibility.

*This is a temporary position; the anticipated length of employment is August through November 2026.*

The $500 sign-on bonus is paid (minus applicable taxes) at the end of your internship.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Harvest Lab Interns will assist with:
• Analysis of grape samples for brix, pH, and TA
• Daily brix and temperature checks on fermenting lots
• Daily set-up and calibration of laboratory equipment
• Sampling and analysis of juice and/or wine lots
• Set-up various wine trials as requested by winemaking
• Support winemaking protocols
• Manage pump over schedules

Experience and Qualifications:
• A BS or BA degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or enology is required.
• Actual chemistry experience is preferred, and previous winery experience is a plus.
• Must have excellent organizational skills with an attention to detail.
• Must be computer literate (Word and Excel) with excellent reasoning abilities and outstanding communication skills.
• Candidates must be reliable and enthusiastic

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to climb stairs
• Ability to stand and walk for long hours
• Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds
• Ability to work both inside and outside in varying, often cold or wet, weather conditions

Company Core Values:
Teamwork – Be a Spirited Partner
Commitment – Crush Every Day
Quality – Good vs. Grape: It’s All in The Details
Integrity – It Takes a Community
Safety – Tend the Vines
Entrepreneurship – Love the Wine You’re With
Fun! - Smile! You Have Purple Teeth!