Employment Prospects
Employers
Enologists are employed in settings ranging from small wineries to large manufacturing plants and multinational corporations. Some enologists may do research or quality assurance work. Since many vineyards and wineries are located in California, jobs are more abundant there.
Starting Out
The usual method of entry is to be hired by a winery after completing an undergraduate or graduate degree in enology, fermentation, or food science. Summer or part-time work sometimes may lead to a permanent job, and an apprenticeship program at a winery will also provide the necessary training.
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