Job Description

Job Description

Harvest Internship Opportunity at Dunham Cellars

Dunham Cellars is a family-owned winery located in the heart of Washington's Walla Walla Valley. Since producing our first Cabernet Sauvignon in 1995, we've grown to become one of the region's pioneering wineries—crafting ultra-premium red, white, and rose wines sourced from some of the most renowned vineyards in the Walla Walla and Columbia Valley AVAs.

Our dedicated production team is passionate about making exceptional wines through a hands-on, small-lot approach, and we take pride in fostering a safe, collaborative, and immersive harvest experience.

We are currently seeking Harvest Interns to join us for the upcoming vintage. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are enthusiastic about winemaking and eager to work with top-quality fruit from one of the premier winegrowing regions in the Pacific Northwest.

Internship Responsibilities:ALL\tAssist in receiving and crushing grapes
\tSort fruit for quality
\tPerform pump-overs, punchdowns, and racking
\tOperate and clean presses
\tSanitize and clean equipment, tanks, and work areas
\tSupport barrel work and other cellar operations as needed

Requirements:
\tAbility to lift 50 lbs
\tAbility to stand for long periods of time
\tMust be able to bend over, kneel, reach, and balance on/climb ladders
\tAbility to work in all types of weather and climates (hot, cold, windy, wet, etc.)
\tWillingness to work long hours – including weekends
\tSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently
\tAbility to accurately complete work instructions individually or on a team
\tAdhere to all safety protocols
\tAble to follow written and oral instructions
\tClear and effective communication skills

Positions typically begin with summer bottling along with various winemaking operations and training. Duration of employment is dependent on the vintage. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Compensation:
The projected pay range for this position is $17 to $20 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and education.

Interested applicants should send an email to arrange a tour and meeting with our team.

Job category: Cellar/Lab/Bottling/Warehouse

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work, Internship,

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