Surface Science Advanced Research Intern (Summer 2026)

First Solar (US) • Perrysburg, OH

2d • $18 - $25

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:
3 to 6 months, preferably summer of 2026.
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

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or natural science.
• Engineering or natural science.
• Semiconductor device physics.
• Experience in a wet chemistry laboratory.
• Semiconductor device physics.
• Wet chemical deposition of thin films.
• Thin film characterization.
• 20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability 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.

Responsibilities

• Carry out surface chemical passivation experiments under supervisor’s instruction.
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment.
• Take detailed notes on experiments.
• Surface electrical, optical, and morphological characterization.
• Data analysis.
• Presentation of experimental results, critical analysis and next steps.
• Manual cutting of 10 cm X 10 cm glass coupons.
• Upon the completion of this internship, the intern is required to present their accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees