March 4, 2025 — The Fields of Opportunity Summer Mentor Program connects Napa Valley high school students with the local wine industry, offering meaningful career exposure and professional development.
Developed in collaboration with the Napa Valley Grapegrowers, Napa Valley Unified School District, and Napa Valley Education Foundation, this mentorship program welcomes students from diverse academic backgrounds, including alternative and independent study programs. Through hands-on experience, skill-building, and industry support, it provides a meaningful introduction to the wine industry, inspiring the next generation with knowledge and passion for the field.
Key dates for students:
- Application Period: March 1 – March 31
- Student Interviews: April 1- April 12
- Selection Date: April 30
- Program Duration: June 16, 2025 – August 8, 2025
Summer mentorship opportunities offer paid, guided work experience in the wine industry, along with soft skill-building workshops every Friday.
“It’s a learning experience that goes above working with just wine; it is also for everyday life things.”
– Andrea, Fields of Opportunity Mentorship Program Attendee
The Fields of Opportunity Summer Mentor Program is shaped by amazing mentors! Learn more on our website.
