Viticulture Intern

Internship Description:

Wonderful Orchards has a viticulture internship opportunity with JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery available for the 2026 growing season and beginning of harvest. Internship is from May through August. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, self-motivated, hardworking and detail-oriented with a passion for agriculture. This will be an opportunity to work directly with the Vineyard team. The position starts with field data collection for crop estimates which leads to grapevine phenology tracking. Assistance with scouting and sugar sampling leading up to harvest will also be of primary focus. The position also covers miscellaneous vineyard work and support of the vineyard team staff.

Job duration: Internship role begins May 1st through August 1st. This is a full-time, 40 hours/week, hourly-paid internship position; however flexible hours can be accommodated at the start of internship (for student class scedules). The start and end dates are flexible based on vineyard needs and intern schedule. 

Responsibilities:

• Data collection:
  • Cluster counting for crop yield estimation
  • Data entry
  • Pest scouting
  • Phenological data tracking – bloom, veraison, etc.
• Development tracking:
  • Vine block counts
  • Replant quantity tracking
• Ability to utilize and operate tools and equipment used in agricultural applications including RTV/ATV and hand tools.
• Projects and opportunities as needed by the business