{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"041f7ea34eab78afdd3a0002","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/041f7ea34eab78afdd3a0002","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/041f7ea34eab78afdd3a0002","title":"Development Engineering Intern (Fall 2026)","description":"First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.\nBasic Job Scope:\nLeading the world’s sustainable energy future, At First Solar, interns play a vital role in shaping the future of sustainable energy. Opportunities are available across various departments including research and development, marketing, project development, information technology, engineering, and energy services. Interns gain hands-on, real-world experience and are challenged daily to solve meaningful problems. You’ll have the chance to explore innovative solutions, develop new skills, and contribute to impactful projects that align with our mission. First Solar fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, encouraging team members to take smart risks, learn from setbacks, and continuously improve. Interns are expected to take ownership of their work and demonstrate accountability while working toward a cleaner energy future.\nExpected Length of Internship:\nAugust 31, 2026 to Nov 30, 2026\nAs an internship company, we allow flexibility to enroll in classes while working as an intern, if it doesn’t interfere with the essential functions of the position.\nEducation/Experience:\nAt least junior year enrollment in an undergraduate program required\nMust be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering/ Chemistry.\nFirst Solar encourages all interns to register their internship with their university.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)\nStrong critical thinking and attention to detail and effective communication skills\nAbility to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions and basic troubleshooting skills\nHands-on experience with wet chemistry processing preferred but not mandatory\nHands-on experience with Lab experience in materials characterization, device fabrication, or testing but not mandatory\nHands-on experience with vacuum equipment preferred but not mandatory\nHands-on experience in photovoltaic device fabrication/testing preferred but not mandatory\nWorking knowledge of analytical tools (UV-Vis, AFM, SEM, SIMS, XRD, XRR, ellipsometry) preferred but not mandatory\nRequired Skills/Competencies:\nApply foundational skills and progressively develop advanced competencies using tools and equipment relevant to the role or area of specialization.\nPerform tasks that may vary day-to-day and are not always standardized; resolve routine issues independently and escalate more complex problems to senior team members.\nOperate under daily supervision, adhering to established procedures and instructions to complete assigned duties effectively.\nBasic Internship Scope (Project):\nDevelop novel perovskite chemistries to enhance photovoltaic device efficiency, stability, and reproducibility.\nEngineer advanced hole transport layers (HTLs) to mitigate interfacial degradation and enable durable device performance.\nPerform electrical, optical, and materials characterization of thin films and devices to generate insights that drive performance improvements.\nPresent key achievements, technical learnings, and project impact to the leadership team at the conclusion of the internship.\nEstimated Hourly Range:\n$27.50-$31.25/hr.\nUS Physical Requirements:\nHybrid Physical Requirements:\nWill sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.\nWill climb stairs on an occasional basis.\nWill lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis.\nRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.\n20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required.\nMust be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.\nMay reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.\nMay stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.\nAbility to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.\nAll positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodation that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.\nPotential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.\n\nJob Identification\n1025325\nJob Category\nIntern\nPosting Date\n07/29/2026, 11:06 AM\nLocations\n1035 Walsh Ave, Santa Clara, CA, 95050, US\nJob Schedule\nFull time\nWork Schedule\nM-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM(United States of America)","company":"First Solar","rawCompany":"first solar","city":"Santa Clara","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T13:43:59.993Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.11","title":"Solar Energy Systems Engineers","slug":"solar-energy-systems-engineers"},{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"221114","title":"Solar Electric Power Generation","slug":"solar-electric-power-generation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Development Engineering Intern (Fall 2026)","description":"First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.\nBasic Job Scope:\nLeading the world’s sustainable energy future, At First Solar, interns play a vital role in shaping the future of sustainable energy. Opportunities are available across various departments including research and development, marketing, project development, information technology, engineering, and energy services. Interns gain hands-on, real-world experience and are challenged daily to solve meaningful problems. You’ll have the chance to explore innovative solutions, develop new skills, and contribute to impactful projects that align with our mission. First Solar fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, encouraging team members to take smart risks, learn from setbacks, and continuously improve. Interns are expected to take ownership of their work and demonstrate accountability while working toward a cleaner energy future.\nExpected Length of Internship:\nAugust 31, 2026 to Nov 30, 2026\nAs an internship company, we allow flexibility to enroll in classes while working as an intern, if it doesn’t interfere with the essential functions of the position.\nEducation/Experience:\nAt least junior year enrollment in an undergraduate program required\nMust be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering/ Chemistry.\nFirst Solar encourages all interns to register their internship with their university.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)\nStrong critical thinking and attention to detail and effective communication skills\nAbility to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions and basic troubleshooting skills\nHands-on experience with wet chemistry processing preferred but not mandatory\nHands-on experience with Lab experience in materials characterization, device fabrication, or testing but not mandatory\nHands-on experience with vacuum equipment preferred but not mandatory\nHands-on experience in photovoltaic device fabrication/testing preferred but not mandatory\nWorking knowledge of analytical tools (UV-Vis, AFM, SEM, SIMS, XRD, XRR, ellipsometry) preferred but not mandatory\nRequired Skills/Competencies:\nApply foundational skills and progressively develop advanced competencies using tools and equipment relevant to the role or area of specialization.\nPerform tasks that may vary day-to-day and are not always standardized; resolve routine issues independently and escalate more complex problems to senior team members.\nOperate under daily supervision, adhering to established procedures and instructions to complete assigned duties effectively.\nBasic Internship Scope (Project):\nDevelop novel perovskite chemistries to enhance photovoltaic device efficiency, stability, and reproducibility.\nEngineer advanced hole transport layers (HTLs) to mitigate interfacial degradation and enable durable device performance.\nPerform electrical, optical, and materials characterization of thin films and devices to generate insights that drive performance improvements.\nPresent key achievements, technical learnings, and project impact to the leadership team at the conclusion of the internship.\nEstimated Hourly Range:\n$27.50-$31.25/hr.\nUS Physical Requirements:\nHybrid Physical Requirements:\nWill sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.\nWill climb stairs on an occasional basis.\nWill lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis.\nRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.\n20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required.\nMust be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.\nMay reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.\nMay stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.\nAbility to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.\nAll positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodation that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.\nPotential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 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