Seasonal Grower Relations Intern-Paso Robles

Boldly Cultivating (youtube.com) 

About Us

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world’s largest wine companies and we are proud of our portfolio of brands that have tremendous heritage, rich quality, and a reputation for excellence across the globe. At TWE, we are led everyday by our purpose, Boldly Cultivating. We are boldly cultivating value through our brands, wine, people & environment for enriched and joyful communities.

At TWE we cultivate our teams to be their very best. And in turn, our people push us to make bigger and bolder decisions. Our focus on Boldly Cultivating unites us as a global team and fuels our vision to become the world’s most desirable luxury wine company – known for the experiences we create for our consumers, customers, partners, suppliers and our people. 

To learn more about our purpose and our renowned portfolio of global brands, click here.  

About the Role

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, seasonal (typically July 20 through October, seasonal dependent), non-exempt 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.

Key Responsibilities

Vineyard Monitoring & Sampling 

• Conduct vineyard visits throughout the Central Coast region to monitor vineyard conditions and vine health.  
• Scout vineyards for conditions related to vigor, irrigation, disease pressure, pests, sunburn, canopy development, and other viticultural practices.  
• Collect grape maturity samples from contracted vineyards according to established sampling schedules.  
• Record vineyard observations including phenology, crop loads, cluster counts, cluster weights, and other vineyard data.  
• Assist with monitoring ripening patterns and harvest readiness. 

Laboratory & Quality Support 

• Perform basic laboratory analysis on grape samples to evaluate maturity and fruit quality.  
• Maintain accurate sampling and laboratory records.  
• Support the Grower Relations and Winemaking teams with grape quality evaluations during harvest.  
• Assist in ensuring fruit quality standards and harvest specifications are met. 

Harvest Coordination & Operational Support 

• Communicate with Grower Relations team members regarding vineyard conditions and harvest timing.  
• Support intake coordination activities to help ensure efficient fruit deliveries during harvest.  
• Assist with data entry, vineyard reporting, and administrative tasks related to harvest operations.  
• Provide support to cellar and laboratory operations when needed during peak harvest periods. 

Grower Relations & Team Collaboration 

• Build positive working relationships with growers, vineyard personnel, and internal teams.  
• Support Grower Relations Representatives with seasonal vineyard and grower communication activities.  
• Participate in team meetings and harvest-related discussions.  
• Maintain professionalism and represent the company positively within the grower community. 

Health & Safety 

• Understand and follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures.  
• Work safely in vineyard, laboratory, and winery environments.  
• Report hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions immediately.  
• Operate company equipment and vehicles responsibly and safely.  
• Report to work fit for duty and not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.  
• Participate in all required safety training and activities. 

About You

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Wine & Viticulture, Enology, Agriculture, Plant Science, or related program preferred.  
• Valid Driver’s License required. 
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.  
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.  
• Ability to maintain accurate vineyard, sampling, and laboratory records.  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.  
• Demonstrated professionalism and positive interpersonal skills when interacting with growers and internal stakeholders.  
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and high ethical standards.  
• Flexible schedule with availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime during harvest as needed.  
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing harvest priorities and conditions. 

It Takes All Varietals!

At TWE, we proudly celebrate diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the consumers who enjoy our products. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

If you require any assistance to be included in our process, please contact recruitment@tweglobal.com, quoting the job title.

Apply Today!

We move quickly at TWE and continually review applications, so if you don’t want to miss out, please apply today.

Pay Transparency Disclosure: The base pay range offered for this position is $23 per hour, based out of our Paso Robles, CA location.