Thin-Film Materials R&D Intern

First Solar; Perrysburg (OH); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is offering an internship opportunity based in Perrysburg, Ohio, aimed at students pursuing a BS degree in material science or chemical engineering. Interns will work on plasma sputtered coatings and perovskite solar device performance while gaining hands-on experience in the renewable energy field.

The selected candidates will develop skills in material surface engineering and will be encouraged to collaborate within a diverse team. Aiming to foster innovation, First Solar supports flexible schedules for interns enrolled in classes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and hands-on.
• Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills.
• Good knowledge of physics and material concepts.

Responsibilities

• Work with development engineers to study plasma sputtered coatings.
• Present accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team.

Skills

Material science

Chemical engineering

Thin film technologies

Lab environment experience

Excellent communication skills

Physics concepts knowledge

Education

In progress of BS degree

Background in material science or chemical engineering

Job description

First Solar is offering an internship opportunity based in Perrysburg, Ohio, aimed at students pursuing a BS degree in material science or chemical engineering. Interns will work on plasma sputtered coatings and perovskite solar device performance while gaining hands-on experience in the renewable energy field.

The selected candidates will develop skills in material surface engineering and will be encouraged to collaborate within a diverse team. Aiming to foster innovation, First Solar supports flexible schedules for interns enrolled in classes.