2026 Seasonal Viticulture Intern - Paso Robles/Central Coast

About the role

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers is a family-owned business dedicated to producing exceptional wines through sustainable practices. As a Certified B Corporation, we prioritize sustainability, community, and ethical business practices.

Responsibilities

• Aid in daily vineyard operations, including canopy management, irrigation monitoring, and crop thinning.
• Conduct field sampling and data collection to monitor vine health, growth stages, and fruit quality.
• Collaborate with the viticulture team on pest and disease scouting and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support the execution of viticultural experiments and collect data for ongoing research projects.
• Gain exposure to the planning and execution of harvest activities, from grape sampling to logistics coordination.
• Learn about sustainable farming practices and their impact on vineyard productivity and wine quality.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm for viticulture, agriculture, or a related field, demonstrated by a Bachelor’s degree or upper-division coursework in Viticulture and Agricultural sciences.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Dependable and flexible for working varying shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• A valid driver’s license.

Cultural Behaviors

Forward Thinkers. Hard Working without Drama. Friendly Problem Solvers who work as One Team to Always Deliver.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Significant travel between vineyards.
• Must be able to walk and drive for long periods.
• Exposure to wet or humid conditions as well as inclement seasonal weather: summer heat, cold weather, and/or rain.

California Pay Transparency Notice

This position is classified as non-exempt. The compensation range for this role is $21 to $23.25 per hour. Candidates are generally not hired at or near the maximum of the salary range. Final salary placement will depend on several factors, which may include the candidate’s qualifications, education, relevant experience, and alignment with current market data.

Equal Opportunity Employer

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employees must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen and adhere to all Company, Federal, and State Food Safety Regulations and Policies.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.