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At a glance

Programs: 1
Locations: 1
States served: 1

Delivery: In person (1)
Program length: Not stated (1)
Program type: Internship Program (1)
Branches accepted: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

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Programs

Apprentice Distiller Program - Internship Program

Detailed listing

Delivery: In person source value: In-Person
Length: Duration not stated The DoD listing does not state a length for this program. Ask the organization directly.
Type: Internship Program
Branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force
Target MOCs: All
Career field: Food Preparation and Serving Related, Production, Sales and Related

Summary

Trained Distillers possess a high demand skill set that includes but is not limited to the following. Properly prepare grain for mashing process (measuring and grinding), introduce and manage enzymes during the mashing process. Conduct yeast propagation, manage fermentation and prepare mashes for distillation. Properly loading and operating a variety still types to produce distilled grain spirits. Fractional distillation methods to separate methanol, acetate, ethanol, and fusil oils. Proofing distilled spirits with a precision hydrometer to blend spirits, bring new make distillate to barrel proof for ageing, and retail proof for bottling. Properly access whiskey for clarity, content, flavor profile, viscosity, and finish. Properly clean a still, fermentation barrels, transfers pumps, and mashing equipment. Properly record all production aspects required by the Tax and Trade Bureau. Other skills gained in the course of operating distillation equipment include but are not limited to the following. Operating packaging equipment to prepare products for retail local distribution and international shipments. Forklift operations. A working knowledge of electrical components and plumbing basics with an ability to make minor repairs An apprentice distiller intern at KO'OLAU Distillery will achieve proficiency in the above-mentioned skills. Instruction will be via a mentor/mentee method.

Eligibility

No prerequisite eligibility requirements

What the work involves

Assistant Distiller, Packaging Operator

Locations

Kailua, HI

Where this provider operates

HawaiiKailua

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Last checked August 23, 2026, which is older than our normal weekly refresh.

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