Qualifications
Qualifications:Currently enrolled in or holding a degree in Agriculture or Wine & Viticulture is preferred; relevant experience in the harvest or wine industry is a plus but not mandatory.Willingness to take a leave of absence from school during the internship is expected, with exceptions made for scheduling conflicts.Possess a positive attitude with strong communication skills; detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and resolve challenges.Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds and walk long distances in various climates.Comfortable working outdoors in secluded areas, potentially without cell service.Ability to operate agricultural tools and equipment such as RTV/ATV and hand tools.
About the job
Internship Opportunity:
Join Wonderful Orchards for a dynamic viticulture internship at JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery during the 2026 growing season and harvest period. This internship runs from May through August and offers a hands-on experience with our dedicated Vineyard team. Ideal candidates should be quick learners, self-motivated, hardworking, and detail-oriented, with a genuine passion for agriculture.
Your internship will kick off with field data collection for crop estimates, leading into grapevine phenology tracking. You will assist with pest scouting, sugar sampling, and participate in various vineyard tasks to support our team.
Internship Duration: The internship begins on May 1st and concludes on August 1st. This is a full-time role requiring 40 hours of work per week, but we can accommodate flexible hours to fit your academic schedule. Start and end dates are adjustable based on vineyard needs and intern availability.
About The Wonderful Company
Wonderful Orchards, part of The Wonderful Company, is the world's largest grower of almonds, pistachios, and pomegranates, with approximately 100,000 planted acres in California's San Joaquin Valley. Since 2015, we have expanded into the Bee business to promote long-term bee health through R&D efforts and best practices. Join us in our exciting growth journey as we look to hire various roles across our ventures, including our iconic brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, POM Wonderful, and JUSTIN Wine.