Harvest Intern

The Oregon brands of A to Z Wineworks, REX HILL and Erath, established 20, 40 and over 50 years respectively, have independently earned reputations for creating classic Oregon wines of quality and value. This paid seasonal position, working with our three Oregon brands, is ideal for anyone who desires a career in a viticulture-related profession. The internship begins in mid-May and continues through the end of October. You will work with seasoned Viticulturists who are passionate about their craft, and are willing to share their knowledge. You will work on projects that will strengthen your understanding of viticulture practices and have the opportunity to visit vineyards across Oregon, building your knowledge of farming practices, while contributing to the 2025 vintages of our three Oregon brands.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Track phenology, weather, collect data, and prepare yield
• Conduct sampling of plant tissue &
• Scout for pests and
• Participate in vineyard experiments, including implementation, monitoring, and data
• Assist the teams with harvest sampling, lab processing, and daily vineyard

Position Requirements:

• Previous experience in vineyard or related work is preferred, but not required; working towards a degree in the industry is also a plus.
• Familiarity with Excel and basic data entry required, GPS and Mapping
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and uneven terrains as well as ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be available to work at least 40 hours week, and up to an additional 10 hours/week during peak times of work (harvest, July-September), including early mornings and long days.
• Position requires on-site presence at vineyard and winery sites, and the ability to travel to and from a variety of vineyard locations throughout the state of Oregon. May include some overnight stays.
• Candidates must be 18 years of age or older, and possess a valid driver license, reliable transportation, and appropriate registration and insurance.
• Driving record must meet company insurance requirements and will be subject to background check.

Your Compensation:

$19 per hour DOE

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate's prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Other Benefits:

• Generous employee wine discounts.

The Oregon brands of A to Z Wineworks, REX HILL and Erath are proud to be a part of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). Established 20, 40 and over 50 years respectively, these three wineries have independently earned reputations for creating classic Oregon wines of quality and value. Together with SMWE's Washington wineries, our group of wineries include some of the finest wines in the world and we truly value our vineyards and the art of winemaking. This focus has resulted in our ability to offer our consumers extraordinary and distinctive wines from some of the best regions in the world.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC's "Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law" poster.

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Excel and basic data entry skills (required)
Previous experience in vineyard or related work is preferred, but not required; working towards a degree in the industry is also a plus. (preferred)