Lawrence Wine Estates, comprised of Heitz Cellar, Stony Hill Vineyards, Ink Grade Estate, Burgess Cellars, Haynes Vineyard and Trailside Vineyard, is looking to hire interns to assist with bottling operations as well as routine cellar operations when bottling is not occurring.

We are seeking energetic and motivated interns to help with bottling operations at our winemaking facility. This is an exciting opportunity within a company dedicated to producing outstanding wines and exemplifying the ongoing tradition of the art of fine winemaking in the Napa Valley. The position is a hands-on role collaborating with the winemaking team to ensure quality standards are met at the crucial final step of wine production. This role has the potential to evolve into a 2026 Harvest internship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
I. Safety
•  Follows winery, department, and legally mandated safety policies and procedures.
•  Maintains a clean and orderly work space and environment.
•  Familiar with the content and emergency response procedures contained in all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
•  Assures proper training in the safe and proper use of all equipment assigned for operation.
•  Makes certain all equipment is operating in a safe manner and brings malfunctioning equipment to the attention of their supervisor immediately.

II. Bottling Line and Cellar Operations
•  Assists with all routine cellar operations including, but not limited to:
o Racking and transfers
o Topping
o Tank and equipment sanitation procedures
o Sampling wine from tanks or barrels
o Barrel intake, inspection, hydration and sulphuring
•  Assists with bottling line operations including, but not limited to:
o Packing and dumping bottles
o Palletizing and wrapping pallets of cased goods
o Hand foiling bottles
o Inspecting labels, foils and fill height for quality control
o General clean-up and sanitation of the bottling line area
•  Follows example set by Cellar Master and senior cellar employees regarding winery performance standards.

Qualifications
•  Interested in learning more about premium winemaking and has an enthusiastic outlook on learning by doing
•  Some knowledge of wine equipment, techniques, and processes a plus
•  Dedication to confidentiality, professionalism, and maturity
•  Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
•  Strong attention to detail
•  Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assigned tasks
•  Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
•  Ability to work well with a diverse population and with all levels of management
•  Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
•  Ability to work a flexible schedule with extended hours during busy bottling season
•  Must be able to read, write and speak English proficiently.
•  Clean driving record and valid driver’s license
•  Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and take direction
•  Ability to understand and perform basic math and basic measurements
•  Ability to work in small confined spaces and high places

Physical and Mental Requirements
•  Full body mobility: Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hand tools, reach and raise hands above the head, climb stairs, kneel or crouch, talk, hear, and accurately taste and smell
•  Able to lift up to 60 lbs
•  Hearing ability adequate to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers
•  Ability to work in dynamic range of temperatures and weather conditions
•  Able to work in and outdoors
•  Can sustain extended periods of standing or walking on concrete floors
•  Able to work irregular and variable hours and days
•  Able to safely and effectively wear all require personal protective equipment.