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The Wine Group

Winemaker - Ripon

Ripon, CA · On-site

$97K - $121K/yr

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages across ... Oversee and train Assistant Winemakers, Enologists, and Interns. * Speak well in front of groups.

Wente Vineyards

Social Media Internship

Livermore, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Wente Family Vineyards, the longest continuously family-owned and operated winery in the United ... This is more than an internship; it's a masterclass in brand storytelling and a front-row seat to ...

Treasury Wine Estates

Harvest Internships

Saint Helena, CA

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

Treasury Wine Estates may be for you! We regularly have Internship, Full-time and Part-time openings at several of our Iconic wineries and sites in Napa, Sonoma and Paso Robles, California. Come join ...

TWE Global

Harvest Internships

Saint Helena, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

Treasury Wine Estates may be for you! We regularly have Internship, Full-time and Part-time openings at several of our Iconic wineries and sites in Napa, Sonoma and Paso Robles, California. Come join ...

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How much do internship wineries jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship wineries in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Wineries vs Winery Assistant?

AspectInternship WineriesWinery Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or ongoing education, some knowledge of viticultureSimilar; may require basic certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentHands-on vineyard and winery settings, seasonalWinery production areas, assisting with daily operations
Employer & Industry UsageInternships offered by wineries for students or entry-level individualsFull-time or part-time roles within wineries, supporting staff

Internship Wineries are typically short-term, educational opportunities for individuals interested in learning about winemaking, often involving hands-on experience. Winery Assistants are employed roles that support daily winery operations, requiring some experience or certifications. Both roles are integral to the wine industry but differ mainly in duration, purpose, and level of responsibility.

What types of hands-on experiences can I expect during an internship at a winery?

During a winery internship, you can expect to gain practical experience across many aspects of wine production, including assisting with grape harvesting, monitoring fermentation, cellar work, bottling, and even basic laboratory analysis. Interns often work closely with winemakers, viticulturists, and cellar staff, providing a well-rounded understanding of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. While the work can be physically demanding and sometimes involves long hours during harvest season, the collaborative team environment offers valuable opportunities to learn directly from industry professionals and develop a foundation for future roles in the wine industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Winery Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Winery Intern, foundational knowledge in viticulture or enology, attention to detail, and a willingness to perform hands-on tasks are essential, often supported by relevant coursework or a degree in wine-related fields. Familiarity with lab equipment, fermentation monitoring tools, and industry-standard safety procedures is typically required. Strong teamwork, communication skills, and a proactive attitude help interns adapt to the dynamic winery environment. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring wine quality, safety, and a productive learning experience during the internship.

What are internship wineries?

Internship wineries are wineries that offer internship programs for students or recent graduates interested in gaining hands-on experience in viticulture (grape growing), enology (wine making), or wine business operations. These internships typically involve working alongside experienced professionals in various aspects of wine production, from vineyard management to bottling and marketing. Interns gain practical skills, industry knowledge, and networking opportunities that can help them pursue a career in the wine industry. Such programs can be seasonal, often aligning with the grape harvest, and may be paid or unpaid depending on the winery.
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Infographic showing various Internship Wineries job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 36% Internship, 14% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 7% Temporary. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.
Winemaker - Ripon

Winemaker - Ripon

The Wine Group

Ripon, CA • On-site

$97K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages across 120+ brands. With operations in California, New York and Australia, TWG is an innovator in developing and marketing brands beloved by consumers globally, including Cupcake, Franzia, Benziger, Imagery, Tribute, Chloe, Meiomi, Cooks, 7 Deadly, Cooper & Thief, and more. We produce our products using sustainable practices to create delicious beverages that people can feel good about. Visit us at www.thewinegroup.com.
JOB SUMMARY
The Winemaker will report to the Senior Winemaker and will be directly responsible for the day-to-day winemaking and maintenance of wine quality, as well as directing and training the Assistant Winemaker/Enologist/Intern. Key areas of responsibility include support and facilitation between various production teams (including lab, winemaking, and cellar), ensuring priorities and protocols are achieved, cost effectiveness, accuracy, and safety to all performance standards. The Winemaker will have responsibility to make White, Red, or Rose wines destined for Domestic and Export Programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Directly responsible for varietal winemaking from grape to bottle. Yearly varietal responsibility will be determined by Senior Winemaker and/or Director of Winemaking. Work with the Senior Winemaker or of Winemaking to develop varietal program guidelines. Ensure wines are meeting target sensory and analytical quality requirements.
  • Direct lab analysis based on wine needs. Must have strong analytical background to run analysis in lab techs absence, or when requested. Use lab results to be able to properly maintain wine quality.
  • Participates in short and long-term planning of finishing/blending wines for bottling at TWG bottling facilities and Export Customers. Set facility processing/blending priorities according to bottling demand. Ability to work and think clearly in a logistically complex and fast-paced environment. Demands can frequently change so flexibility is key.
  • Writes process orders for distribution to operations for completion.
  • Assist Senior Winemaker and winemaking team to write process orders, review process orders and approve prior to giving to operations team.
  • Complete blending/fining trials, or other experiments as directed.
  • Be able to taste wine at various levels of the winemaking process. Participates in tasting of fermenters, holdback samples against current bottling blends and new proposed wines. Taste inventory samples weekly upon completion of lab running the analysis. Verifies and maintains overall wine quality through different winemaking practices. Will require traveling to other TWG facilities when assistance is needed.
  • Work directly with the Vineyard Team to assess vine health and grape quality. Develop strategies to help improve incoming grape quality. Aid in decision-making process as to when fruit should be picked.
  • Complete blending/fining trials, or other experiments as deemed necessary by Winemaking or Production Departments.
  • Work with Senior Winemaker/Sr. Director of Winemaking and Operations Team on forecasting and ordering of winemaking supplies. Will play a role in developing winemaking material annual budget.
  • Assist Operations Team with oversight of Cellar Operations when needed. Direct work and staff to get job done efficiently while keeping wine quality in mind.
  • Key driver of all Safety policies and procedures for the site. This includes overseeing safety audits, incident investigations, implementation of Company-wide safety policies and relevant safety training. Contribute or be part of facility safety team. Must lead by example.
  • Key driver in setting and achieving Wine Quality standards, GMPs and Sanitation schedules.
  • Participates in development of new or restructuring of existing blends.
  • Attend seminars and classes for continual education.
  • In the absence of the Senior Winemaker, the Winemaker will need to fill in and cover the Senior Winemaker duties.
  • Exhibit reactive and proactive management. Ability to come up with why, when, and how something happened and solution to fixing the problem.
  • This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
  • Must have complete understanding of enological process from grapes through blending. Exposure to a variety of winemaking methodology, wine styles, and winemaking processes.
  • Effectively participate on Team. Oversee and train Assistant Winemakers, Enologists, and Interns.
  • Speak well in front of groups. Represent brands and our company well.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent Organoleptic skills at all stages of the winemaking process.
  • Excellent aptitude and knowledge of wines.
  • Large winery experience. Understanding of Winery Operations.
  • Ability to lead a department and manage team to overall success.
  • Ability to set priorities and work independently within set guidelines. Good time management skills.
  • Self-starter. Must be able to openly communicate with other departments.
  • Ability to multitask, work independently and with a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with attention to detail
  • Prepare weekly/monthly reports for Sr. Director of Winemaking regarding, but not limited to, wine processing, QA/QC, blend approval process, and forecasted volumes.
  • Attend seminars and classes for continual education.
  • Must embrace and demonstrate The Wine Group's Vision, Mission, and Values of: Long-Term Sustainable Value Creation, while being Relentlessly Entrepreneurial, with Empowered People who are Responsible and Trustworthy and keep them in mind when making all decisions.
  • This job description reflects management's assignment of general functions; it does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be 21 or older at time of hire.
  • Must demonstrate leadership abilities. Proven track record of high integrity.
  • BS/BA in Enology/Viticulture, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Microbiology, or equivalent education/work experience.
  • 7 years minimum from graduation, multi-site experience (minimum 2 sites including external).
  • Passionate about wine quality while understanding cost associated with processing to help make smart business decisions.
  • Good understanding of lab and wine processing equipment.
  • Comfortable in bargaining unit environments.
  • Adaptive and stable in changing environments.
  • Must get the big picture issues, without losing the eye for details.
  • Proven analytical thinker, complemented by subjectivity for proper decision making.
  • Proven resolution management skills.
  • Powerful oral and written communicator.
  • Keen listening skills.
  • Capable of managing multiple cross functional professionals.
  • Strong computer skills. Proficient in Excel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Ability to work at heights up to 45 feet.
  • Possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
  • Working environment is both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to related equipment and noise levels.
  • Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, standing, and twisting in a production environment.

COMPENSATION
  • Hiring Salary Range Posted: $97,200 - $121,500.
  • Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities; education; and other position-related factors.

At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.
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