Vineyard Business Intern

Req ID: 6785 

Department: Winemaking 

Status: Temporary Non-Exempt , Nonexempt  

Location: Elk Grove, California (US-CA)  

Workplace Location:  On-Site

Job Summary:

Under the direction of leadership, the role focuses on business effectiveness projects in support of Vineyard’s Strategic Goals.  The intern will play a key role in developing, documenting, and formalizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and developing quality control protocols in a vineyard operational setting under the direction of vineyard department leaders. 

Essential Functions:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Collaborate with vineyard management and team members to identify, document, and formalize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for critical vineyard tasks and processes.
• Develop and refine quality control protocols to ensure consistency, compliance, and excellence in vineyard operations.
• Conduct process observations in the vineyard to analyze workflows and gather data for process improvements.
• Assist in compiling and organizing existing documentation into a comprehensive and accessible library of SOPs.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that SOPs align with vineyard safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Participate in field inspections and learn to identify quality indicators in a vineyard setting.
• Present findings and recommendations for SOP improvements and quality control measures to the Vineyard leadership team.
• Support other business effectiveness projects as assigned, contributing to the Vineyard's broader strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently enrolled at a college or university working towards a bachelor’s degree preferably in Agriculture, viticulture, Ag Business, or a related field.
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work with confidential information on a regular basis
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks concurrently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present solutions clearly and concisely

Working Conditions:

• Vineyard & Office environments
• Usually work a standard work week.
• Extensive computer work
• May be required to work at any of TFE's locations
• Frequent deadline pressures
• Numerous projects in progress at any given time
• May be required to work some overtime hours
• Comply with company safety policies and processes

This role can be flexible in its work location Main Street or Circle K.  The internship will be based in a vineyard setting, with a combination of fieldwork & office-based tasks.  Reliable transportation is required.

Salary Range: $22.00 -  $27.00  

The starting pay will be based on several factors, including but not limit