Careers
The Viticulture and Enology (V&E) major prepares students for further education in graduate school or to move immediately into a position in the workforce. V&E majors have a strong foundation in the basic sciences, in addition to focused coursework in winemaking and viticulture. Perhaps more importantly, as Cornell graduates, they have honed their communication and critical evaluation skills. V&E alumni have the ability to identify and solve problems and the flexibility to follow interests that they develop throughout their lives.
Michael Reidy '06 adjusts the crusher-destemmer at Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
Students who graduate with a degree in Viticulture and Enology at Cornell University pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:
- Winemaking
- Vineyard Management
- Teaching/Research
- Wine Business
About 20% of alumni pursue a graduate degree in fields such as viticulture/enology, plant science, hospitality, and food science.
Alumni hold positions in many companies and institutions, including:
- WillaKenzie Winery, Wine Production
- Bedell Cellars, Wine Production and Sales
- University of Missouri, Assistant Research Professor in Enology
- Crosby Street Hotel, Beverage Manager
- Walla Walla Community College, Instructor and Wine Sales
- Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards, Grower Relations Assistant
- Robert Mondavi Winery, Winemaker
- Surrey Community College, Instructor
- Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, Winemaker
- Pearmund Cellars, Vineyard Manager
- E. & J. Gallo Winery, Assistant Winemaker
- Farm Credit East, Credit Analyst