Thin Film Material Development Intern (Fall 2026)
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.
Requirements
- In progress of BS degree.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and hands-on.
- Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills.
- Thin film and nano material analysis experience.
- Optic and chemical characterization knowledge.
- Good knowledge of physics and material concepts.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Material science or chemical engineering background preferred.
- Knowledge in material surface engineering, plasma deposition, thin film technologies
- Experience in lab environment with materials analysis technologies
- Perovskite solar cell device fabrication a plus.
Responsibilities
- Study plasma sputtered coatings and impact to perovskite solar device performance.
- May include coating process development, and sensitivity study of the process KPIs to coating properties, and interface interaction with subsequent wet coatings and solar device efficiency and stability.
- Present accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team upon completion of the internship.
Benefits
- Flexibility to enroll in classes while working as an intern, as long as it doesn’t interfere with the essential functions of the position.
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Career Level
Intern
