Sensory and Product Insights Internship

February 8, 2026
$28 / hour
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Job Description

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Job Req ID: 106384

Job Type: Full-time

Work Category: Onsite

Application Close Date: 03/31/2026

Sponsorship: Not Available

Compensation: $23.00 – $27.50 (Actual compensation within this range will be determined by factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data. This position may also be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participation in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.)

Duration: June – December 2026

Important Information: Applications will not be reviewed until the application close date. Candidates must be available for the entire duration of the internship program area(s) of interest.

About GALLO

We are a family-owned company with over a 90-year legacy, consistently recognized as a Glassdoor “Best Places to Work.” Our portfolio includes 130+ brands in wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages, featuring #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. like Barefoot Wine & High Noon. We are also official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America.

View our Corporate Values and Mission Statement here.

A Taste of What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

This internship offers a unique opportunity to witness the integration of sensory and product insights across a broad cross-section within a major Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company. Previous projects have included:

  • Product development for new brands and line extensions.
  • Varietal-specific category reviews.
  • Competitor assessments.
  • Wine style quality monitoring.
  • Correlating sensory data to chemistry.
  • Shelf-life studies.

As an intern, you will:

  • Work with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and report on defined projects.
  • Learn how to professionally evaluate the sensory profile of various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with internal sensory scientists, winemakers, chemists, and other cross-functional partners.
  • Produce written and oral presentations detailing methodology, activities, and results of project work.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

  • Education: Currently enrolled at a college or university towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree OR have obtained a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the School of Life Sciences, School of Agricultural Sciences, or School of Engineering. (Business or social sciences degrees, such as Ag Business, Psychology, etc., are not eligible for this internship.)
  • Availability: Must be available for the entire duration of the internship program area(s) of interest (June – December 2026). Requires availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
  • Age Requirement:
    • Required to be 21 years of age.
    • Required to be 18 years or older (in addition to other age requirements).
  • Driving & Transportation:
    • Required to have a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record, and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR). If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver’s license based on the position’s location within 30 days of hire.
    • Required to drive to and from varying production locations up to 25% of the time.
    • Reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Required to lift and move up to 40 lbs when necessary.
    • Required to work at heights of 50 feet, on tops of tanks inspecting wine surfaces when necessary.
  • Skills:
    • Strong applied technical skills and analytical problem-solving skills.
    • Good oral and written communication 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.

To view a full job description, please click here.

The Fine Print (Important Additional Information)

  • Visa Sponsorship: The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.
  • Work Location: 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.
  • Posting Duration: 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.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity: 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 hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, 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. Gallo also prohibits discrimination based on perception or association with individuals having these characteristics.
  • Lawful Out-of-Work Behavior: 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), and the existence of non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites as determined by a drug screening test (subject to federal and state law exceptions).
  • Criminal Histories: We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
  • Reasonable Accommodation: 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.
  • E-Verify: 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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