Seasonal Grower Relations Intern-Paso Robles
About The Position
The Grower Relations Harvest Intern supports the Grower Relations team throughout the growing season and harvest, gaining hands-on experience in vineyard operations, grape quality evaluation, and harvest coordination. Based in Paso Robles, CA, this full-time, non-exempt seasonal role provides the opportunity to work closely with growers, vineyard teams, and winemaking partners to support the successful intake of high-quality fruit for winemaking operations. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates with a passion for viticulture, agriculture, and the wine industry who are eager to gain meaningful, real-world harvest experience.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in Viticulture, Enology, Agriculture, Plant Science, or a related field (preferred)
- Valid driver’s license required
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams
- Professional, positive, and respectful when interacting with growers and colleagues
- Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime during harvest
- Able to adapt to changing priorities and conditions throughout the harvest season
- Willing and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and vineyard terrain
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular vineyard visits to monitor vine health, vineyard conditions, and seasonal development
- Scout for vigor, irrigation status, disease pressure, pests, sunburn, canopy development, and other viticultural factors
- Collect grape maturity samples from contracted vineyards according to established schedules
- Record detailed vineyard observations including phenology, crop loads, cluster counts, and ripening patterns
- Perform basic laboratory analysis on grape samples to assess fruit maturity and quality
- Maintain accurate vineyard, sampling, and laboratory records
- Support grape quality evaluations and ensure harvest specifications are met
- Assist with harvest scheduling, intake coordination, and efficient fruit deliveries
- Communicate vineyard conditions and harvest readiness to the Grower Relations team
- Provide data entry, reporting, and administrative support during harvest
- Support cellar and laboratory teams during peak harvest periods as needed
- Build positive working relationships with growers, vineyard managers, and internal teams
- Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
