Mechanical engineering Jobs in Modesto, CA

Job Req ID: 106634

Job Type: Full-time

Work Category: Onsite

Application Close Date: 03/31/2026

Sponsorship: Not Available

Compensation: $27..75- $27.75

Duration: June- September 2026

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We’re a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, that’s consistently recognized as a Glassdoor “Best Places to Work.” We have 130+ brands in our total alcohol beverage portfolio including wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages. We’re home to the #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. - Barefoot Wine & High Noon and are the official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America.

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A Taste of What You'll Do

The goal of the Internship Program is to provide an avenue to students to gain business experience in a world-class research and manufacturing organization. This is open to undergraduate and master’s students majoring in Chemical Engineering at Stanford University. Students will have the opportunity to work alongside professional technology managers, gaining valuable hands-on expertise in a variety of areas at the Winery.

The Stanford Process Technology Development Internship Program is searching for appropriate candidates to fill 3-month positions (approximately late June through September) within our Process Technology Department. Interns will work with cross-functional teams, including operations, winemaking, engineering and operators to execute a cutting-edge technology project undertaken during the 3-month period. 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. Working closely with cross functional teams, interns’ essential functions are as follows:

• Assist in the research, development and scale-up of new and cutting-edge technologies for the Winery.
• Participate in technology projects and assist in managing ongoing development project.

What You'll Need

• Currently enrolled at Stanford University in a Junior or Senior class standing working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering; OR currently enrolled at Stanford University working towards a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Commit to working for a minimum of ten (10) weeks, starting approximately late June 2026 through September 2026.
• 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) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving. If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver’s license based on the position’s location within 30 days of hire.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• 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 to work evenings, weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.
• Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.
• Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.
• Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

How You'll Stand Out

• Strong applied technical skills and analytical problem-solving 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.

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Our Benefits & Perks

We are committed to providing competitive compensation, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being. Benefits depend on your work category and may include medical and dental coverage, 401k plans, profit sharing, pet insurance, company holidays, access to an employee wine shop, and more! Additional information will be provided before your first interview.

The Fine Print

• The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.
• 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. In addition to the salary, this position may be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participate in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.
• This position will be based in the location(s) specified in the job posting and requires working on-site with no telecommuting option. You will be expected to live within a commutable distance.
• It is the Company’s policy for job postings to be open to internal candidates for a minimum of 5 days and to external candidates, if applicable, for a minimum of 3 days.

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