About the role#
This is a full-time internship position for Winter 2027 based in Perrysburg, Ohio. You will work on-site to support yield improvement and wattage projects for solar panels. This role involves data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on work on the production floor.
What you'll do#
- Analyze scrap data and report on daily status to support investigations.
- Learn and use JMP statistical software and new scrap-handling tools.
- Work independently with various groups to collect, organize, and report on root cause analysis.
- Create and present project summaries and technical findings to the leadership team.
- Develop standard operating procedure documents, deploy them on the factory floor, and monitor their success.
- Support production floor logistics, experiment execution, and lab sample preparation.
- Present your work in technical forums using PowerPoint.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Natural Science, or Data Science.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Experience using statistical software for analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to identify root causes and implement solutions using data or engineering experience.
- Strong communication and written skills, plus the ability to work well across different teams.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma or structured problem solving is a plus.
- SQL or Python coding knowledge is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Perrysburg, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time internship. Please note that visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About First Solar
First Solar operates as a public company specializing in thin-film solar panel manufacturing and renewable energy. Founded in 1999, the firm maintains its headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. It employs approximately 6,715 people across its global operations. The company develops its solar technology through research and development labs located in California and Ohio.
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