We are looking for 2 interns to join our small, dynamic team for the 2026 harvest season. This position will run from June to December, extending or contracting as determined by the growing season. This is a hands-on, engaging opportunity to learn the full spectrum of harvest at a creative, craft-focused facility.

Veso is based in Sonoma and is a producer of contemporary wine-based aperitifs and vermouths, founded in 2021 by Chris Beyer, who pushes boundaries and eschews preconceptions of the category to craft fortified wines that are approachable, innovative, and delicious. Veso is produced in small batches and prioritizes transparency, listing each botanical and its origins prominently on the front label. Each expression is crafted using locally sourced California wines, locally distilled neutral grape spirit, and botanicals that are organic and locally sourced whenever possible — with no artificial flavors or additives.

During harvest, we also support 5-10 luxury custom crush winemakers and brands alongside our vermouth and aperitif program. The primary focus of this internship will be supporting Custom Crush winemaking clients spanning Napa and Sonoma, giving interns the opportunity to work with many winemakers with diverse styles across different sub-regions and grape varieties. Interns will also have the opportunity to participate in Veso's vermouth and aperitif production, offering a truly unique and well-rounded experience in craft beverage making.

Job Description:
- Cleaning & sanitizing tanks, equipment, and barrels
- Vineyard site visits & sampling
- Prepping and operating fruit receival, de-stemming, and pressing equipment
- Fermentation monitoring (Brix, Temp, Sensory)
- Cap management — punchdowns, pumpovers, additions
- Operating the press
- Barrel prep & barreling down
- Monthly sampling & topping of barrels
- Botanical preparation, and maceration for vermouth and aperitif production
- Involvement in winemaking and aperitif blending conversations and tastings

An Ideal Candidate Is:
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- A strong work ethic & self-starter
- Positive attitude & respect for all team members
- Strong communication skills

Requirements:
- Previous winery or production beverage experience is preferred, but we are looking for someone passionate and eager to learn — we are willing to train the right candidate
- Compliance with all safety requirements
- Forklift experience is a plus
- Team-player & enthusiastic
- Ability to work long & sometimes irregular hours and on weekends as needed
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Ability to lift 50lbs, move heavy pumps & equipment, climb stairs & ladders, and be comfortable working in wet conditions
- Comfortable with long periods of standing
- Comfortable working with machinery
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Existing authorization to work in the United States
- Candidate is responsible for organizing their own housing during the duration of employment
- Please send your resume and a cover letter in PDF format to apply.

Hourly Rate: $22.00 – $26.00, awarded based upon experience. Overtime hours should be anticipated during harvest.