Harvest Lab Internship - Winemaking & Quality Analysis

GALLO; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GALLO is seeking a Harvest Laboratory Intern for a 4-month program (June–October 2027). The role involves supporting winemaking through lab analyses, blending, and fermentation monitoring to ensure quality.

Candidates must be enrolled in a related Bachelor's program or hold a relevant degree, with a valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 45 lbs. The internship runs onsite with a competitive hourly compensation of $25.00–$29.00.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at a college or university pursuing a Bachelor's degree in the specified fields or have obtained a relevant Bachelor's degree.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record and reliable vehicle; motor vehicle check will be performed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in lab blends and conduct fining trials to support wine production.
• Monitor wine health and perform sampling of grapes, juice and wine.
• Analyze components such as yeast, bacteria, Brix, Alcohol, pH, TA, SO2, RS, ML, VA, NH3, and NOPA in the analytical lab.
• Sample tanks and barrels to aid in monitoring fermentations and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Verbal skills

Written skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Bachelor's degree in Sciences

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Biomedical, Biological, Environmental, Industrial or Chemical)

Job description

GALLO is seeking a Harvest Laboratory Intern for a 4-month program (June–October 2027). The role involves supporting winemaking through lab analyses, blending, and fermentation monitoring to ensure quality.

Candidates must be enrolled in a related Bachelor's program or hold a relevant degree, with a valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 45 lbs. The internship runs onsite with a competitive hourly compensation of $25.00–$29.00.