Winemaking & Spirits Distillation Internship

Position: Winemaking & Spirits Distillation Internship 2026 July - December
Job Req

Job Type: Full-time

Work Category:
Onsite

Application Close Date: 03/31/2026

Sponsorship:
Not Available

Compensation: $23.00 - $27.50

Duration:
June - December 2026 (6 months)

Important Information - Applications will not be reviewed until the application close date.

Candidates must be available for the entire duration of the internship program (July - December 2026)

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A Taste of What You'll Do

Imagine immersing yourself in the heart of innovation in grape cultivation, winemaking, and distillation. As an intern, you'll gain invaluable hands-on experience in crafting world-class wines and spirits, collaborating with industry experts to support essential production practices and pioneering research projects. Our production sites are responsible for nearly 100 million cases annually, embodying a passion for excellence and an unwavering commitment to research and continuous improvement.

For nearly a century, our team has not only won awards for our exceptional products but has also led groundbreaking research, positioning Gallo as a global leader in wine and spirits innovation.

Our internship program is a unique opportunity for those passionate about winemaking and spirits distillation, offering a five- to six-month immersive experience at one of our production sites. Beginning in early to mid-summer and extending through the harvest into late fall, interns receive comprehensive technical training and professional development. You will contribute to various corporate initiatives and research projects and lead your own, which you will present to our management team at the culmination of your internship.

We welcome interns from diverse academic backgrounds, including but not limited to Enology, Food Science, Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, and Microbiology. This program is designed to foster inclusivity, drawing on diverse perspectives to enrich our innovative spirit. We invite individuals from all walks of life to apply, ensuring a wide range of voices contribute to our dynamic team.

Join us and discover the rewarding journey of creating high-quality wines and spirits while engaging in cutting-edge research and development. With our commitment to diversity and inclusion, you will find a welcoming environment that values your unique contributions and encourages your growth. Embark on this exciting adventure with Gallo, where your passion meets opportunity.

Placement Opportunities:

Winemaking Interns - FILLED assist with production winemaking at the commercial scale at one of our wineries in Modesto, Fresno, Livingston or Lodi, CA.

Research Winemaking Interns assist with the production of small-lots - with volumes ranging from 10-gallons to 1,000-gallons - at either Modesto, Livingston, or Healdsburg, CA.

Spirits Distillation Interns - FILLED assist with the commercial production of brandy, whiskey, rum, flavored vodkas, hard seltzers, and other spirits at either Modesto, Livingston, or Fresno, CA.

WINEMAKING - ALL LOCATIONS FILLED

Locations:
Modesto, Fresno, Livingston and Lodi, CA.

Interns will work and learn from winemakers responsible for the production of table wines, sparkling wines, flavored wines and other beverages.

What You Will Do:

* Participate in product evaluations and trials including, but not limited to, sample acquisition, production practices and fermentation monitoring.

* Participate in wine tasting and sensory evaluation.

* Perform fining, blending and other winemaking trials.

* Participate in the production, sensory evaluation and bottling of commercial wines and beverages.

RESEARCH WINEMAKING - ALL LOCATIONS AVAILABLE

Location:

Modesto, Livingston, and Healdsburg, CA

Interns will assist in all aspects of small-lot wine production in our Modesto (10-gallon scale), Livingston (600-gallon scale), or Healdsburg (600-gallon scale) research wineries, which produce over 500 table, sparkling and dessert wines per season. Interns work hands-on - from grape crush to bottling - in every step of the winemaking process. Our facilities support statewide research programs and allow interns to produce wines from grapes grown in many different wine growing regions of California.

Interns will also gain experience in producing a wide variety of wine styles and types, including white & red table, and sparkling & dessert wines. Interns will also work with dozens of grape varieties and gain experience with a wide range of processing and winemaking methods.

What You Will Do:

* Grape receiving, crushing, and pressing.

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