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Location

Modesto, CA | United States

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Job description

Job Description:

Why Gallo?

With a global portfolio of over 100 unique wine and spirits brands, we are the largest family-owned winery in the world. Apply Today! Our Brands. Your Future.

Process Technology Scientist Internship Program

Duration: July-December 2024

Locations: Modesto and Livingston, CA

Application Deadline: March 31, 2024

The Process Technology Internship Program for Scientists is searching for appropriate candidates to fill the 6-month positions within our Process Technology Department. Gallo is a world-class research and manufacturing organization. This internship provides the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge Research & Development projects in both the laboratory and winery settings. You will work side-by-side with professional technology managers, gaining valuable hands-on expertise in a variety of aspects of winery operation. Interns will work with cross-functional teams, including operations, winemaking, and engineering to execute technology projects that are undertaken during the harvest season.

What You Will Do

Interns based in Modesto will assist in the development and scale-up of new technologies for the Winery. Interns working on technology projects will assist in managing a portion of an ongoing development project. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a lab or production environment and increase your skill base for future employment or graduate school.

Interns based in Livingston will assist in all aspects of small-lot wine production at Livingston (600-gallon scale) research wineries, which produce over 500 table, sparkling and dessert wines per season. Interns work hands-on - from grape crush to bottling - in every step of the winemaking process. Our facilities support statewide research programs and allow interns to produce wines from grapes grown in many different winegrowing regions of California. Interns will also gain experience in producing a wide variety of wine styles and types, including white & red table, and sparkling & dessert wines. Interns will also work with dozens of grape varieties and gain experience with a wide range of processing and winemaking methods.

What You Will Need

Currently enrolled at a college or university and working towards a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D degree in School of Life Science or Agriculture Science; OR have obtained a Bachelors or Masters or Ph.D. in School of Life Science or Agriculture Science.
Candidates for this position must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record. Required to obtain a California driver's license or appropriate state driver's license within 30 days of hire.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Available for the entire duration of this internship program.
Required to lift and move up to 40 lbs when necessary.
Required to work at heights of 50 feet, on tops of tanks inspecting wine surfaces when necessary.
Required availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays when necessary.
Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

Compensation

Hiring Salary Range Posted: $25.00 - $26.00 / hour
Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data

What Will Set You Apart

Junior or Senior class standing at a college or university and working towards a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biochemistry, Biology, or Microbiology.
Strong applied technical skills and analytical problem-solving skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and team skills and experience managing multiple assignments.
Comfortable in a manufacturing environment.
Mechanical inclination and an aptitude for design of equipment and manufacturing processes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Inside/Outside conditions: During crush, work estimated at least 50% (but not limited to) outside with weather of varying types.
Wet/Slippery conditions vary and may include work in rain.
Noise levels may vary. Occasional situations where ear protection is required.

Gallo does not sponsor for employment based visas for this position now or in the future.

Requisition ID: 103448

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Gallo is an Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics in California), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gallo is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.

If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at 209.341.7000.

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