Gallo Glass Company ยท 2 days ago
Graduate Student Research Internship
Fresno, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$23.50/hr - $25.50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerGallo Glass Company is a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy in the alcohol beverage industry. They are seeking a Master's or PhD student for a collaborative internship in their Winegrowing Research Chemistry department, where the intern will gain hands-on experience in evaluating chemical characteristics of grapes and contributing to winegrowing research.
ManufacturingService IndustryWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Evaluating the chemical characteristics of grapes throughout their maturation process
Implementing rapid chemical methods to measure and monitor juice and wine attributes at the winery
Using advanced analytical instrumentation (e.g. HPLC, GC-MS, FTIR, GPC, IC and ITC) to perform chemical analyses to characterize grapes, fermentations, and wines
Modeling the relationship of products chemistry to sensory attributes
Using computer software to statistically analyze data
Working in a production setting during harvest. This can include harvesting experimental grapes in the vineyard, operating grape processing equipment, taking samples from tanks in the winery and analyzing grape and wine quality. Interns may travel to other production sites
Assisting in the set-up of laboratory, pilot scale, or production experiments
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled at a college or university and working towards a Master's or PhD OR have obtained a Master's or PhD in the following areas: School of Life Sciences, School of Agricultural Sciences, or School of Engineering (Business or social sciences degrees are not eligible for this internship, such as ag business, psychology, etc)
Candidate is 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) 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
Reliable transportation to and from work
Required to lift and move up to 40 lbs. when necessary
Required to work overtime, including evenings, weekends and holidays when necessary
Required to be 21 years of age or older
Strong applied technical skills and analytical problem-solving skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description
Preferred
Hands-on experience with quantitative analytical chemistry using chromatographic techniques, including HPLC or GC-MS
Hands-on experience with method development and validation using advanced analytical instruments such as GPC and ITC
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and experience managing multiple assignments. Self-motivated with a passion for research
Willingness to work at heights of up to 50 feet, on tops of tanks inspecting wine surfaces when necessary
Benefits
Medical and dental coverage
401k plans
Profit sharing
Pet insurance
Company holidays
Access to an employee wine shop
Company
Gallo Glass Company
Gallo Glass Company manufactures glass bottles for the wine & spirits industry.
Founded in 1958
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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