Community & Resources
OI Community Events
From bottle shares and field trips to open tastings and nerding out.
No pressure. No pretense. Just good wine and good company.
WSET Level 1 Scholarship
generously donated by TOAE
Thanks to the incredible generosity of TOAE (Trickin' Off Ain’t Easy), OI is offering one full scholarship for our in-person WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course. This opportunity is designed to support passionate, curious individuals who may not otherwise have the means to begin their certification journey.
Tuition and all course materials are covered in full.
Please complete the application below. Deadline to apply in January 15th, 2026.
The selected recipient will be contacted directly by email by February 1st, 2026.
WSET Level 1 course must be taken by August 1st, 2026.
All responses will be kept confidential.
Internship Program — Now Open!
The Oenophile Institute is proud to introduce our Internship Program, created to support passionate wine students who need financial assistance in pursuing their certifications. Beginning in 2026, interns will earn $20/hour in OI credit—redeemable toward any certification of their choice.
This is a hands-on opportunity to grow within the wine world while reducing the financial barrier to education. Internship roles are tailored to each individual’s strengths and may include:
Marketing, social media, and content creation
Administrative and organizational support
Inventory, cleaning, and behind-the-scenes operations
Pouring, setup, and event support for classes and tastings
Internships will run quarterly and spots are very limited to ensure a meaningful experience for each participant.
Apply Here
Scholarship Resources
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GuildSomm
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Women of the Vine & Spirits
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The Roots Fund
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The Verasion Project
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Wine Unify
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Somm Foundation
Friends of OI
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A Cork in the Road Podcast
hosted by Kelly Cornett
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Marvella Castaneda
chalk artist extraordinaire
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Limoges Cellars
Vineyard, Farm, and Winery located in Cleveland, GA
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Hue Society - Atlanta
Where wine and culture meet in Atlanta
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Wines We Drink Podcast
Hosted by Keith Herndon and Charlotte Norsworthy Varnum
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Blood of Gods
Seattle based Metal and Wine Zine
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Uncorked Acess
Making wine accessible for the Deaf and HoH
