The Assistant Brewer Training Program allows participants to first learn about the basics of brewery operations, and then train as an intern at Cal Poly Pomona University's brewery, Innovation Brew Works. Participants will use the University's signature "Learn‐by‐Doing" approach- tailored here into “Learn-by-Brewing” to gain the hands-on skills and experience needed to become a successful Assistant Brewer in the industry. Learned skillsets are based on actual commercial brewery SOPs, and participants will receive a unique and one-of-a-kind opportunity to be involved in the production and handling of the finished beer served to the public at IBW.

Participants' performance is evaluated by supervising industry professionals to monitor the progress of the participants through their trial/error and success. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive an Assistant Brewer Certificate issued by Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE), acknowledging the accomplishment and accumulated knowledge gained to succeed in the brewing industry.
 

Certificate Eligibility

Participants receive the Assistant Brewer certificate signifying the completion of an 80-hour internship and successful passing of course quizzes and exams.

Who Should Enroll?

1. Adults age 21+ who want to learn about the production of craft beer
2. Individuals who are interested in learning about commercial brewing operations
3. Individuals with home‐brewing experience who want to refine their skills
4. Individuals seeking employment in a production brewing facility
5. Individuals seeking an immersive and practical experience in brewing and
   to expand upon personal/professional knowledge in the craft beer industry.