- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Wines, Spirits & Gastronomy
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
About Moët Hennessy
Moët Hennessy, the wines and spirits division of LVMH, brings together some of the world’s most storied maisons, uniting centuries of craftsmanship with a distinctly contemporary spirit. As an employer, it offers an international environment where heritage, excellence, creativity, and responsible innovation shape every profession, from vineyards and cellars to marketing, distribution, finance, and hospitality. The group values talent capable of honoring exceptional savoir-faire while anticipating the expectations of discerning consumers worldwide. Through its global reach, entrepreneurial culture, and commitment to sustainability, Moët Hennessy provides careers defined by prestige, purpose, and the pursuit of enduring luxury.
Moët & Chandon is seeking a Vineyard Water Status Research Intern for a six-month, 35-hour-per-week internship starting in March or April 2027 at the Robert-Jean de Vogüé Research Centre in Oiry, Champagne. The intern will update and validate water-status models for young and mature vines, coordinate field trials and data collection, and help develop operational tools and partner-team newsletters; travel within Marne is possible.
Role & Responsibilities
- Update the existing water-status model using a literature review and data collected during the internship, distinguishing young vines from mature vines.
- Design the experimental protocol for the young-vine plot network, install sensors, and oversee trials with operational teams.
- Manage field-data collection throughout the growing season using dedicated mobile applications.
- Structure, analyze, and integrate field data into the water-status model, then cross-reference the findings with soil-health and data-visualization expertise.
- Develop, with the relevant teams, an operational tool to define the main water-stress thresholds for grapevines.
- Share progress at key phenological stages by writing newsletters for partner teams.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Master 2 degree or an engineering degree in agronomy, viticulture, soil sciences, or plant physiology.
- Knowledge of plant physiology, viticulture, agronomy, and soil sciences.
- Proficiency in statistics and use of software such as R.
- Knowledge of geospatial mapping and use of QGIS is preferred.
- Strong team spirit, a keen interest in fieldwork, clear communication, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work collaboratively.
- Proficiency in French and English.
- A category B driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.
Skills
Education
Currently pursuing a Master 2 degree or an engineering degree in agronomy, viticulture, soil sciences, or plant physiology.
Workplace
The role is situated in Oiry, Grand Est, France.
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Culture
Moët Hennessy offers a workplace culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and the art of hospitality, where employees contribute to some of the world’s most prestigious wines and spirits Maisons. The environment combines international collaboration with a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and innovation, encouraging teams to preserve tradition while shaping the future of luxury experiences.
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