Digital Transformation Intern (1st Shift) - Fall 2026

First Solar•Perrysburg, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Leading the world’s sustainable energy future, First Solar interns work around the globe/country in research and development, marketing, project development, information technology, engineering, energy services and much more. When you work at First Solar, you will be challenged every day and provided real world experience. You will be given the opportunity to find new solutions and develop new skills to further advance your skillset. At First Solar we strive to foster a culture that encourages innovation through collaboration, urging colleagues to take smart risks, learning from failures and course correcting, and owning personal accountability for contributing to our mission. Expected Length of Internship: Minimum 3-6 months. Extension project based. Flexible shift hours As an internship company, we allow flexibility to enroll in classes while working as an intern, as long as it doesn’t interfere with the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

Engineering Background
Statistical Background
Data analytics
Have used statistical software for analysis in the past
Proficient in Excel a must
Demonstrated abilities of rootcause identification and solution implementation using engineering or data analytics experience
Demonstrated communication and written skills
Demonstrated cross functional working skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of six sigma or structured problem solving is a plus
JMP or other statistical software a plus
SQL or Python coding knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

Do basic analysis on throughput constraint and scrap data
Report on daily status and support investigation
Learn new software for handling scrap and JMP statistical software of analysis
Work independently with various groups on assigned investigations in collecting, organizing and reporting on observations and rootcause analysis
Create PowerPoint presentations and present in technical forums
Create Standard operating procedure documents, deploy on factory floor and monitor for successful implementation
Learn production floor logistics and support execution of experiments
Support sample preparation for lab work
Able to work first or second shift on as needed basis
Upon the completion of this internship, the intern is required to present their accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team.