2025 Harvest Internship - Virginia

Company: Stone Tower Winery
Location: Leesburg
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Stone Tower Winery is focused on crafting premium, world-class wines that exude a sense of place while working to support our community and Virginia's growth as a premium winegrowing region. We are 35 miles west of Washington, D.C., situated on 500 acres, of which 95 are planted to Vinifera varietals that include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Rhone Whites, Bordeaux reds, and Nebbiolo. We operate out of two onsite, state-of-the-art facilities that are designed specifically for the styles of wine we craft. We are seeking interns for the 2024 harvest to complement our tight-knit and highly-skilled team. Internships start in mid-August (exact dates TBD) and go through early November, depending on the season. Lunch is included during harvest.Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Sanitation Fruit processing (intake, sorting, destemming, press operation)Fermentation monitoring Pump overs, rackings, barrel workTank digouts Tasting with winemaking teamAssist with grape maturity samplingOther projects as assigned Qualifications:Previous harvest experience is preferred, but not necessaryPositive attitude, self-motivated, and desire to learnAbility to perform physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds regularlyMust be eligible to work in the United StatesWillingness to work long hours, up to 7 days per weekReliable transportation and valid driver's license Ability to operate a forklift Capable of working independently with an acute attention to detailCompensation: Interns will be paid an hourly rate commensurate with experience, and are eligible for overtime.Housing: Possible housing available. Details will be provided to chosen candidate. If you're interested, please include your resume and references.Job category: Cellar/Lab/Bottling/Warehouse

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