Job Description
Job Overview:
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:
Summer 2024 semester (3 months) in First Solar's Perrysburg, OH Manufacturing and Technology Center (near Toledo).
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.
Experience:
Basic understanding in Economics, Finance, or Business
Education:
Someone working towards a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance or Business.
First Solar encourages all interns to register their internship with their University.
Required Skills/Competencies:
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites.
Great business acumen.
Strong desire to apply Business knowledge to real world needs.
Good interpersonal skills.
Strong ability to learn.
Must have the ability to follow directions and use work instructions.
Must be motivated to work independently.
Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability.
Proven communications skills and attention to detail.
Good team player.
Demonstrated history of ability to manage tasks in a fast paced and high growth environment.
Ability to make recommendations for process improvement.
Basic Internship Scope (Project):
The intern will be expected to apply Business, Economics, or Finance into daily tasks.
Upon the completion of this internship, the intern is required to present their accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team.
Estimated Salary Range:
$15 - $23.56/hour
US Physical Requirements:
Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements:
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
Will lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis
Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.
20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green is required.
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
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, cut resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection).
All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).
Potential 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 band any other tests that may be required.
Equal 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.
