Product and Technology Intern (Fall 2026)

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.

What you'll do:

• 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

What they're looking for:

• 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