2026 Harvest Lab Intern

Description

SUMMARY: Harvest internships at our Silver Oak Napa Valley facility are a wonderful opportunity to have a lot of fun and learn about winemaking while working alongside our small and talented winemaking team. We are dedicated to crafting ultra-premium Cabernet Sauvignon with a focus on producing our Napa Valley label. The Lab Harvest position is responsible for running all analysis with a concentration on quality.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interface with Enologist on analytical responsibilities.
• Process grape maturity samples.
• Perform manual and automated analysis using analytical machines such as, but not limited to, a SPICA, Autotitrator, and alcolyzer.
• Prepare reagents and standards.
• Inoculating tanks.
• Pull samples from tanks or barrels and complete analysis requested by Winemaker, Assistant Winemaker, and Enologist.
• Maintaining experiment support including but not limited to: gathering maturity samples, vineyard observations and data, and performing associated analysis.
• Detailed record keeping of all analysis including experimental lots.
• Managing and maintaining upkeep and cleanliness of lab equipment and workspace.
• Participate in all required safety trainings and follow all safety requirements.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Enology, Chemistry, or associated sciences. (preferred)
• Experience in the cellar or lab environment. (preferred)
• Familiarity with Vintrace. (plus)
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Adaptable and flexible in a face-pace, changing work environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. (Excel, Word)
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, troubleshooting, and wine lab analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly.
• Knowledge of safety requirements, procedures, and cautions.
• Knowledge of the wine production process.
• Detailed oriented with the ability to interpret technical procedures.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:
  • Walk, kneel, bend, and stand.
  • Stand for extended periods of time.
  • Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Climb stairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed both in a standard lab and cellar environment where there may be varying temperature conditions.
• Noise levels are usually moderate but may be moderate to high at times.
• Proper footwear is always required as the ability to stand and walk on concrete floors, catwalks, wet or uneven ground may be required.
• Work may include handling caustic/corrosive chemicals.

The above reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.