Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I apply for a career opportunity with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates?
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All candidates need to apply for a position via our employment website. Here you can search for career opportunities, create a profile, and submit your resume in plain text (i.e. no bullet points or graphics) for the position(s) that interest you. {close}


Q: How long should the online application process take?
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Approximately 20-30 minutes. It is best to be prepared when you begin the application process with your resume, references, and work history. {close}


Q: Can I apply for multiple positions with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates?
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Once you complete your profile, you can apply your information to multiple positions, but our website only has the ability to hold one active resume at a time.

Please note that you must apply your profile specifically to each position you apply for, so it is best to create a resume highlighting your general work/education history. Your profile will remain active for one year and you can update accordingly by going to “Edit My Profile”. Please check back regularly for updated job opportunities. {close}


Q: I’ve just applied for a job. What happens next?
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Once you log out of the candidate profile, you will receive an automated message confirming that your application has been submitted. Your profile will be carefully reviewed by the hiring team, and we will contact you via phone or email if we determine that your qualifications meet our current needs. Due to the high volume of applicants, we will not be able to respond to every applicant or status inquiries.

You may be asked to participate in one or more of the following exercises:

  1. Online Application
  2. Phone Interview
  3. Behavioral Interview
  4. Skill Assessment(s)
  5. Review of Work Samples
  6. Background Check and Drug Screen

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Q: What if I forget my password?
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On the login screen, click the link below the login button. Enter your email address – you will receive an e-mail containing your password. {close}


Q: What is the minimum age requirement to work at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates?
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Most positions at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates require applicants to be 18+ years of age. There are a few positions that require applicants to be 21+. {close}


Q: What happens if I have been referred by an employee of the Company?
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Please ensure you state your referrer’s name on your online application. {close}


Q: How do I tell a friend about job opportunities at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates?
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lick the “Send This Job to a Friend” link located at the bottom of the job posting. You will be prompted to enter your friend's e-mail address, your e-mail address, and additional comments. They will receive a link to the complete job posting and your message via e-mail. {close}


Q: Does Ste. Michelle Wine Estates offer internships?
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Ste. Michelle offers a limited number of internship opportunities each year. All available internships will be listed on our employment website and will display “intern” in the job title. Available internships vary each year, depending on our business needs. {close}


Q: How long will it take for me to hear back?
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We do our best to find and reach out to candidates as quickly as possible, though recruitment times differ for each position based on:

  • The number of applicants
  • The nature of the position
  • The complexity of the selection process

You will be contacted if you are selected as one of the most-qualified applicants. In the meantime, if you want to follow up on your application, email us at Human.Resources@smwe.com {close}