Intern

Summary: Bronco Wine Company, a family-owned business founded in 1973, is focused on crafting quality wines. The Winemaking Intern will support the winemaking team through hands-on participation in all stages of wine production, providing practical experience in harvest activities, wine processing, and quality control. Responsibilities: - Participate in wine tasting at all stages throughout the winemaking process - Responsible for conducting winemaking trials, including sample attainment, processing, tasting, and record keeping - Monitor fermentation health and assist with data collection/ organization during harvest - Lead lab organization and cleanliness during peak production periods - Assist winemakers with writing work orders for all production related tasks from harvest to bottling - Collaborate with winemakers on all blends to ensure bottling requirements are met on time by supporting blend trials and any bottling preparation tasks - Complete special projects or research assignments as assigned - Contribute to the continuous improvement of the winemaking process and procedures - Participate in training sessions and shadow experienced winemakers - Comply with winery SOPs, OSHA guidelines, and safety protocols Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in university or obtained a Degree in Enology, Chemistry or other science related fields - Must possess strong communication, problem-solving, and presentation skills - Ability to conduct and manage experiments in relation to wine quality - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work at heights up to 50 feet repeatedly - Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work in wet, hot, cold, or dusty conditions - Comfortable working around heavy machinery, chemicals, and confined spaces - Ability to ascend and descent ramps, steps, ladders, and stairs using three-point contact - Must be able to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays during harvest Preferred Qualifications: - Prior winery, cellar, lab, or harvest experience - Familiarity with basic winery equipment and lab procedures - Familiarity with sensory evaluation techniques Required Skills: Enology, Chemistry, Experiment management, Winery equipment, Lab procedures, Sensory evaluation Benefits: Onsite Position, Participate in training sessions and shadow experienced winemakers, Reasonable accommodation to assist individuals with disabilities in performing essential job functions