Harvest/Cellar Intern

The Mission of Frog’s Leap is to make wines of terroir, responsibly farmed, sustainably produced and joyfully shared. Our winery has been family owned and operated since 1981. You can read up on our history on our website: www.frogsleap.com.

Who we are:

Frog’s Leap Winery has been owned and operated by the Williams’ family since 1981. You can learn more about our history and philosophy on our website but it’s important to know up front that we are passionate in our Mission to make wines of terroir, responsibly farmed, sustainably produced and joyfully shared | Hacer vinos de terroir (terruño), cultivados con responsabilidad, producidos de manera sostenible, y compartidos con alegría | and, if you decide to join us in the role of Harvest Cellar Intern, we’ll ask you to support our Vision to be a model for the accord between good business, good farming and world citizenship | Ser modelo para el acuerdo entre buenos negocios, buena cultivación, y ciudadanía mundial.

Who you are:

The Frog's Leap Harvest Intern is a seasonal, hands-on-position based at our Rutherford winery, reporting directly to the Winemaker and working closely with our Cellar team. This role is a vital part of our winemaking process, supporting our commitment to organic and sustainable cellar practices while maintaining the high standards of our brand and reputation. You will be part of a small, close-knit crew of experienced professionals, executing a wide variety of cellar operations throughout the harvest season. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth, practical experience in a dynamic production environment.

Anticipated length of employment is July through October 2025.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
•  Clean and sanitize winery equipment (tanks, hoses, presses, etc.) according to established protocols.
•  Maintain overall cellar cleanliness and safety standards.
•  Assist with wine movements: racking, transferring, and labeling both tanks and barrels.
•  Perform barrel operations: stacking, filling, topping, and additions.
•  Operate pumps and other cellar equipment safely and efficiently.
•  Participate in grape receiving, sorting, crushing, and pressing.
•  Execute fermentation cap management tasks: pump-overs, punch-downs, and blow-overs.
•  Safely move wine barrels and equipment using proper techniques.
•  Accurately track and label wine lots under supervision.
•  Follow all safety protocols, including confined space procedures and hazard communication.
•  Support general maintenance and ad hoc production tasks as needed.

What’s in it for you:
•  $18 - 22/hourly rate
•  Potential for onsite housing
•  Fresh organic produce from our edible gardens and orchards during the growing season
•  End of Season Harvest Party

Your Experience & Qualifications:
•  Pursuing or holding a degree in Viticulture, Enology, Plant Science, Agriculture, or a related field, preferred.
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; conversational Spanish is a major plus.
•  Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow instructions precisely.
•  Solid math skills and ability to perform basic calculations.
•  Self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
•  Team-oriented with a positive, professional attitude.
•  Dependable, punctual, and accountable.
•  Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays as harvest demands.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
•  Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an intermittent basis
•  Able to walk on uneven and slippery surfaces
•  Able to climb stairs, work on ladders and catwalks at heights above 20 feet.
•  Able to bend, twist, squat, kneel and walk long distances in a non-climate-controlled environment/ inclement weather.

We believe every member of our team is a key contributor to our collective success and we are looking to hire capable and committed individuals from diverse backgrounds, who will bring their unique personal perspectives and interests to their professional role.