The Wine Group · 17 hours ago
Seasonal Grower Relations Intern - Fresno
Fresno, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$24/hr - $24/hrThe Wine Group is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages. The Grower Relations Intern supports vineyard operations, grower communications, and harvest coordination, providing practical exposure to commercial viticulture and winery grower relations in California’s Central Valley.
Food and BeverageWine And SpiritsWinery
Responsibilities
Assist with vineyard monitoring, including phenology tracking, vine health assessments, irrigation observations, and pest/disease scouting
Support grower relations activities by maintaining professional, timely communication with growers and vineyard managers
Collect grape maturity samples; process samples; and assist with basic fruit chemistry analysis (e.g., Brix and other maturity metrics, as applicable)
Create, maintain, and distribute a weekly maturity sampling schedule; coordinate with vineyard teams and growers to ensure timely collection, delivery, and reporting of results throughout the season
Participate in crop estimation, yield tracking, and harvest data collection
Support harvest preparation and logistics, including scheduling support, vineyard readiness checks, and coordination with winery personnel
Maintain accurate vineyard and grower records—including irrigation observations, sampling results, crop estimates, and harvest metrics—using vineyard management software and/or spreadsheets
Work closely with the winemaking team and external growers to develop alignment on grape maturity and harvest timing
Participate in occasional winemaking tastings (schedule permitting) to observe QC review and fermenter evaluation during harvest, build cross-functional relationships, and understand how maturity and picking decisions influence wine style and quality
Support special vineyard or grower-related projects as assigned
Comply with all company safety policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Perform other duties as assigned in support of vineyard and winery operations
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Must be 21 years of age or older at the start of employment
Interest in vineyard operations, grower relations, and wine grape production
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with GIS software preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to collect, organize, and record data accurately
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines accurately, and work with minimal supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; exercises sound judgment and discretion
Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation required (mileage reimbursed; company vehicle not provided)
Willingness to work flexible hours during peak seasonal demands, including harvest
Preferred
Current senior or recent graduate in Viticulture, Enology, Agricultural Science, or a related field preferred
Experience with GIS software preferred
Company
The Wine Group
TWG is the world's second largest wine producer by volume creating more than 60 wine brands.
Founded in 1981
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
John Sutton
Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Evans
Chief Financial Officer
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