Chemistry Research and Application Internship 2027

About the Role

Chemistry Research and Application Internship at GALLO. This is a full-time, onsite, 6-month internship running from July to December 2027.

Key Responsibilities

Chemistry Research Interns

• Conduct research to advance foundational knowledge in grape & wine chemistry and its linkages to product quality and sensory attributes.
• Develop and refine methodologies to characterize aroma and mouthfeel properties of grapes and wines.
• Establish relevance of chemical metrics by modeling their relationship to sensory and grape and wine quality attributes.
• Work cross-functionally with R&D partners to establish chemical specifications for sensory attributes across the Gallo beverage portfolio.
• Employ appropriate statistical methods to analyze data and generate experimental insight.
• Gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art analytical equipment and method development.

Research Applications Interns

• Assist in chemical analyses of grapes and wine and associated method optimization to support production harvest decisions and research functions.
• Evaluate the chemical characteristics of grapes throughout their maturation process.
• Research and implement rapid and high-throughput analytical methods to measure and monitor juice and wine attributes.
• Facilitate the scale up and commercialization of research advancements in grape and wine chemistry.
• Gain experience in the operation of cutting-edge analytical equipment and execution of advanced analytical methods.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Interns will participate in team projects that elucidate chemical metrics to improve commercial processes, product quality, and predictive sensory capabilities.
• Interns will participate in cross-functional projects which contribute to the improvement of grape growing and winemaking practices.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at a college or university and working towards a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree, OR have obtained a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in the following areas: School of Life Sciences, School of Agricultural Sciences, or School of Engineering.
• Business or social sciences degrees are not eligible (e.g., ag business, psychology).
• Available for the entire duration of the internship program area(s) of interest.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Strong applied technical skills and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Candidate is required to have a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR).
• Required to drive to and from varying production locations up to 25% of the time.
• Required to lift and move up to 40 lbs.
• Required to work at heights of 50 feet, on tops of tanks inspecting wine surfaces when necessary.
• Requires availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Additional Information

• Compensation: $24.00 - $28.00 / hour
• Duration: 6 months (July - December, 2027)
• Sponsorship: Not Available
• Applications will not be reviewed until the application close date: 11/15/2026.
• This position is on-site with no telecommuting option.
• The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.