Rombauer Viticulture Intern

Job Description

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Rombauer Viticulture Intern

Job Req ID: 106678
Job Type: Full-time
Work Category: Onsite
Application Close Date: 03/31/2026
Sponsorship: Not Available
Compensation: $24.50 – $25.50 per hour
Duration: 5 months (May – October)

Important Application Information:

• Applications will not be reviewed until the application close date.
• Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the internship to be considered.
• Start and end dates may be flexible depending on availability.

We are GALLO

Join Gallo, a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, consistently recognized as a Glassdoor “Best Places to Work.” We boast over 130 brands in our total alcohol beverage portfolio, spanning wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages. We are proud to be home to the #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. – Barefoot Wine & High Noon and serve as official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America. We are committed to fostering a workplace where you can thrive, offering competitive compensation, benefits, advancement opportunities, and a healthy work-life balance that supports your well-being.

View our Corporate Values and Mission Statement here.

A Taste of What You’ll Do

At Gallo, the largest family-owned winery in the world, we believe your potential deserves the perfect pairing. We proudly craft more than 150 celebrated wine and spirits brands, including High Noon, Barefoot Wine, New Amsterdam, Pink Whitney, Orin Swift, La Marca, and Apothic.

We are seeking a dedicated Rombauer Viticulture Intern ready to make a significant impact in the vineyard and beyond. In this role, you will be instrumental in collecting and analyzing data from our estate and grower properties across Napa, Sonoma, Monterey, Amador, and El Dorado Counties, with a primary focus on Napa and Sonoma.

You will work independently in the field, applying your strong organizational skills and attention to detail to monitor vine health and directly support our commitment to wine quality. Reporting directly to the Senior Viticulturist and Grower Relations Representative, your responsibilities will include:

• Scouting for pests and disease.
• Collecting soil, water, and plant tissue samples.
• Contributing to irrigation recommendations using advanced technologies.
• Tracking vine phenology.
• Assisting with harvest activities.
• Collaborating closely with vineyard and winemaking teams to connect data with outcomes.
• Entering and analyzing data, and supporting yield estimates.
• Occasionally operating a forklift at winery properties (after completing on-site certification).

This is more than an internship—it’s a chance to grow your skills in a collaborative and supportive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether you’re in the vineyard, in the winery, or working alongside experts, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to crafting exceptional wines while caring for the land and the people who make it possible.

What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

• Education: Currently enrolled at a college or university and working towards a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree OR have obtained a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in the following areas: School of Life Sciences, School of Agricultural Sciences, or Ag Business Degree. (Social sciences degrees, such as psychology, sociology, etc., are not eligible for this internship).
• Availability: Must be available for the entire duration of the internship program area(s) of interest.
• Driving Requirements:
  • Required to have a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record, and reliable vehicle at the time of hire.
  • This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving.
  • If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver’s license based on the position’s location within 30 days of hire.
  • Must have reliable transportation and be required to drive to and from varying ranch locations up to 80% of the time.
• Physical Requirements: Required to lift and move up to 40 lbs, when necessary.
• Certifications: Required to complete on-site forklift certification.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel at a basic level.
• Schedule Flexibility: Requires availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Core Competencies: Strong applied technical skills and analytical problem-solving skills; good oral and written communication skills.
• Additional Travel: Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time.
• Age: Required to be 18 years or older.

How You’ll Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Education: Junior or Senior class standing at a college or university and working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Plant Science, Ag Business, Horticulture, Viticulture, or Enology. OR working towards a Master’s degree in the school of Life Sciences, Engineering, Agricultural Sciences or Business.
• Interpersonal Skills: Skilled at working with individuals from diverse and varied backgrounds.
• Industry Knowledge:
  • General viticulture knowledge.
  • Grape pest and disease identification.
• Technical Skills: Computer skills including Statistical Analysis (MiniTab, SAS), GPS Mapping, and ArcGIS at a basic level.
• Attitude: Strong interest in learning opportunities and building skills.

Our Benefits & Perks

We are committed to providing competitive compensation, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being. Benefits depend on your work category and may include medical and dental coverage, 401k plans, profit sharing, pet insurance, company holidays, access to an employee wine shop, and more! Additional information will be provided before your first interview.

The Fine Print (Important Notices)

• The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.
• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. In addition to the salary, this position may be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participate in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.
• This position will be based in the location(s) specified in the job posting and requires working on-site with no telecommuting option. You will be expected to live within a commutable distance.
• It is the Company’s policy for job postings to be open to internal candidates for a minimum of 5 days and to external candidates, if applicable, for a minimum of 3 days.

Gallo’s policy is to afford equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and not to discriminate on the basis of race, traits associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, reproductive health decision making, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Nor will Gallo discriminate based on a perception that an individual has any of the foregoing characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.

Gallo will comply with state and local laws prohibiting discrimination for lawful out-of-work behavior, such as off-duty use of cannabis away from the workplace (subject to federal and state law exceptions), the existence of non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites in hair, blood, urine, or other bodily fluids as determined by a drug screening test (subject to federal and state law exceptions).

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gallo is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at 209.341.7000.

Gallo is enrolled in the Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program and will use the program to verify the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees as required.

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