2025 Harvest Internship

At Farm Collective, we create wines, experiences, and stories unlike any in the world and inspire people through highly-expressive winemaking, sincere hospitality, and cool, creative environments.

Our talented winemaking team produces wine for Tank Garage Winery and James Cole Winery. Our commitment to crafting world-class wines spans various styles, price points, and appellations. We pride ourselves on a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement, pushing the boundaries of winemaking excellence.

Harvest Interns play a vital role in supporting the Winemaking team in the preparation of the winery for harvest, processing large volumes of fruit, assisting with the fermentation process, and contributing to maintaining the cellar operating safely and effectively. Harvest Interns typically work from mid-July through mid-December depending on the season.

We are looking for candidates who are dedicated, passionate and excited to learn and/or grow their production skills. Those who are most successful in this role are able to work long hours (often times for several consecutive days) while being able to maintain their enthusiasm and consistently contribute to a positive team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Grape processing and sorting, including operating a bladder press and/or destemming line
• Winery and equipment cleaning and sanitation.
• Fermentation analysis, including daily record of brix and temperature.
• Manage inoculations and additions, such as yeast rehydration, nutrients and sulfur additions.
• Assist with fermentation management, including pump-overs, punch downs and digging out.
• Help with barrel work and sampling, including racking, barrel down, topping.
• Special projects and other responsibilities, such as attending tasting room events, helping with social media content, etc
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Passion and/or interest in wine and winemaking.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English (spoken and written), and able to read, understand, and follow work orders and safety-based SOPs
• Ability to work extended shifts during harvest, including weekends
• Reliable, punctual, with a strong work ethic and proactive approach.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of assigned projects.
• Ability to communicate with maturity and respect towards others.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift experience
• Previous cellar and winemaking experience
• Valid driver's license with insurable driving record
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and move up to 50lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to climb a ladder on a regular basis.
• Ability to bend, squat, push, pull, carry, and reach for objects regularly.
• Ability to stand on concrete surfaces for extended periods
• Work will be based at our Napa, CA production facility.
  
  

Compensation:

• The compensation range for this position is between $18-$22 per hour.
• This range is what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation paid will be determined by assessing a candidate’s education, experience, and skills in relation to other candidates, internal peers, and market data
  
  

Application Instructions:

• Please submit your resume and a little bit about why you are psyched about this opportunity and would be an awesome addition to our team.
• Applicants must be willing to consent to a background check.
  
  

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