Development Engineer Intern (Summer 2026) at First Solar · Perrysburg

Summary: First Solar is leading the world’s sustainable energy future, providing interns with opportunities in various fields such as research and development and engineering. The role involves working on projects related to thin film growth processes and conducting optical microscopy and measurements, culminating in a presentation of accomplishments to the leadership team. Responsibilities: - Project: CdSeTe thin film growth process and use of characterization to understand the process - Carry out solution prep, spin coating and execute thermal growth in a R&D specific oven - Conduct optical microscopy and other optical and electrical measurements such as PL and hall measurement - Analysis of obtained experimental data - Upon the completion of this internship, the intern is required to present their accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in physical science and engineering, including but not limited to physics, EE, chemistry, chemical engineering or materials science engineering - Wet chemistry and other chemical-related experience in an academic research lab setting - Experience working with vacuum equipment, glovebox and characterization tools in an academic research lab setting - Experience with optical imaging techniques such as optical microscopy and photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy - Ability to sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift - Ability to climb stairs on an occasional basis - Ability to lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis - Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis - 20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction - Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures - Ability to reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis - Ability to stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis - Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working with vacuum equipment, glovebox and characterization tools in an academic research lab setting would be a plus - Experience with optical imaging techniques such as optical microscopy and photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy would be a plus Required Skills: Wet chemistry Important Skills: Vacuum equipment, Optical imaging techniques, Data analysis, Thermal growth Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer