About Us

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world's leading wine companies.  We know that it's the thinkers, makers and doers who have the most impact as we continue to strive towards being recognized as the world's most admired premium wine company.  We are proud of our Treasury America's portfolio of brands that have tremendous heritage, rich quality, and a reputation for excellence across the globe.  From our iconic Luxury Portfolio of Penfolds, Beaulieu Vineyard, Stags' Leap Winery, Frank Family Vineyards, Beringer Winery, Etude and our Latest acquisition of Daou Vineyards, to the broad appeal of our Lifestyle and Innovation portfolio which includes Gabbiano, 19 Crimes, Matua, Sterling Vineyards, St. Huberts The Stag, Tapestry and Squealing Pig, we are committed to creating memorable wine experiences for our consumers. 

About the Role

The purpose of the internship is to provide a learning experience in the field of laboratory or enology (by teaching our lab practices using theoretical and hands-on experience).  The overall goal would be supporting the Winemaking and Production team by providing both analytical laboratory analysis and quality assurance functions for the entire central coast operations in a high throughput laboratory.  

You will be responsible for:
* Seasonal support for existing lab staff, by performing analytical chemistry analysis in a wine lab.  
* Sanitation of the laboratory is one of the primary functions or this position (i.e. washing glassware, cleaning counter tops, etc.) 
* Works in the lab under the direction of the full-time lab staff and wine chemists. 
* Perform chemical analyses of wines and juices using a variety of methods, including titration, distillation, enzymatic chemistry, atomic absorption, and other specialized instrumentation. 
* Perform bench-scale trials, to include trial blending, stability testing, filterability, color evaluations, fining trials, and acid or sugar series to support the production of several brands.  
* Perform Quality Assurance tasks, as needed. 
* Contribute to SOP and Risk Assessment reviews. 
* Responsible for learning, adhering to and enforcing department and company policies and procedures. 
* Follow all HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) rules, regulations, and policies. Work as a Lab team member to promote and improve HSE compliance at Meridian. 
* Adheres to all SOP's including all HSE (Health, Safety and Environmental) / FSQ (Food Safety Quality)/ HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) training rules and policies. 
* Perform other duties as assigned. 

About You
* Bachelor degree in Science, preferably chemistry or fermentation science preferred, plus winery or related lab experience a plus. 
* Ability to work overtime as needed and rotate through various work schedules to include shifts starting in the early morning or late afternoons.  
* Good understanding of analytical chemistry and lab instrumentation.  
* Computer literacy in MS applications required.   
* Strong mathematical skills. 
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 
* Strong organizational and time management, attention to detail. 
* Ability to contribute to a positive work environment by behaving and communicating in a manner that works positively with clients, customers, co-workers, and management. 

What's in it for you
* The opportunity to be bold and make an impact in the world of wine.
* Access to the world's most celebrated wines through our employee product allowance.
* True flexibility in determining how, when, and where you work to achieve your potential.
* Global opportunities across the US, Australia & New Zealand, Asia, UK/Europe.
* Opportunity to work with a world class luxury brand portfolio.
* Structured development programs to support your health, wellbeing, and leadership potential.
* Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision, Paid Time Off (vacation, sick time, and holidays), 401K with company match, and much more!

Culture

We bring our whole selves, we're courageous and we deliver together - that's our DNA. We're a passionate bunch who enjoy working together, like to have fun, and keep things down-to-earth. We're brave enough and care enough to have the right conversations to get the best outcome and are famous for our can-do attitude. We're definitely "glass half full" people and see challenges as opportunities and move with pace to achieve our goals.

Inclusion Equity and Diversity

Just like the wide range and variety of brands in our wine portfolio, TWE embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Pay Transparency Disclosure: The base pay range offered for this position is $20 to $26 per hour and other benefits. These figures represent what we reasonably expect to pay for this position, but the actual compensation offered will depend upon numerous job-related factors, including but not limited to candidate qualifications, skills, experience, education, location, and alignment with market data. Our expectation is that the incumbent will work out of our Rutherford, CA location. If the incumbent works out of another location, the wage rate may fall above or below this range. Treasury reserves the right to modify the range in the future.