About the role#
The Grower Relations Intern supports vineyard operations, grower communications, and harvest coordination. This is a hands-on, full-time summer internship based in Acampo, California, providing exposure to commercial viticulture and winery relations. You will gain a full-season perspective from early summer through harvest while completing a season-long project that integrates vineyard operations with winemaking objectives.
What you'll do#
- Monitor vineyards by tracking phenology, assessing vine health, observing irrigation, and scouting for pests or disease.
- Maintain professional, timely communication with growers and vineyard managers.
- Collect grape maturity samples, process them, and assist with basic fruit chemistry analysis.
- Create and distribute a weekly maturity sampling schedule to ensure timely reporting.
- Participate in crop estimation, yield tracking, and harvest data collection.
- Support harvest logistics and preparation, including vineyard readiness checks.
- Keep accurate records using vineyard management software and spreadsheets.
- Work with the winemaking team and growers to align on harvest timing.
- Participate in occasional winemaking tastings to observe quality control and fermentation evaluations.
- Comply with all company safety policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current senior or recent graduate in Viticulture, Enology, Agricultural Science, or a related field.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to collect and organize data accurately.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings and weekends during peak harvest periods.
- Experience with GIS software is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Acampo, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $24.00 per hour.
About The Wine Group
The Wine Group is a beverage manufacturer based in Ripon, California. Founded in 1981, the company produces wine and alcoholic beverages across more than 125 brands. It maintains operations in California, New York, and Australia. The company employs over 1,000 people and utilizes sustainable production practices.
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