First Solar is a leader in sustainable energy, seeking interns to contribute to impactful projects across various departments. Interns will gain hands-on experience, explore innovative solutions, and develop new skills while working towards a cleaner energy future.
Responsibilities
Develop an understanding of the First Solar business model and our technology environment
Participate in the co-op program and work-specific training and development
Perform analytical project work
Work collaboratively with multiple departments within First Solar
Participate in, or lead, meetings with First Solar staff and/or customers
Work with experienced professionals in the performance of responsibilities; check in regularly with assigned mentor
Lead a minimum of one engineering based project with end of term reporting; potential topics could be: New Product Design/Business Case Assessment, Competitor Roadmap Benchmarking Research, or Power Plant Energy Prediction Analysis
Upon the completion of this internship, the intern is required to present their accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team
Qualification
Required
Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Undergraduate students
Overall G.P.A. greater than or equal to 3.00 (based upon 4.0 scale)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written communication
Ability to work in cross-functional teams to deliver concrete project deliverables in a timely manner
Willingness to learn
Flexible and adaptable
Ability to identify, diagnose, and solve problems
Demonstrates an analytic approach to problem solving
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Ability to travel within the US
Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis
Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction
Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis
Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis
Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
20/40 vision in both eyes (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
Must comply with all safety standards and procedures
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) and a condition of employment and continued employment (may require little or no facial hair)
All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required
Preferred
Preference may be given to candidates who are available to fulfill multiple terms
Benefits
First Solar manufactures thin film photovoltaic modules and provides PV power plants and supporting services.
