Software Engineer Intern (1st Shift)

About the role

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, learn from failures and course correct, and own personal accountability for contributing to our mission.

Education/Experience

• Intern candidate should have completed 2 years of their major coursework, focused in Computer Science or Management Information Systems.
• Must currently be enrolled in a Bachelors, Master’s or PhD program who is fulfilling a graduation requirement for their degree.
• Ideal to have completed significant coursework in Object Oriented Programming and Relational Database Management.
• Helpful Experience: Complete coursework in Data Structures and Algorithms. Previous support of technical applications. Previous experience developing software.

Desired Skills/Competencies

• Ability to write SQL and knowledge of reporting tools
• Knowledge of Object Oriented Programming
• Front end JavaScript skills are a plus
• Experience using Generative AI Tools and systems, with an interest in learning how to leverage GenAI technology in Enterprise applications
• Experience writing code in Python and/or C#, with an interest in Data or Software Engineering
• Experience with build and deployment automation to modern platforms such as Apache Spark, Apache Airflow, and/or Kubernetes
• Proven ability and knowledge of computer technology
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Scripting technologies such as PowerShell
• Proven interpersonal skills
• Understands Manufacturing processes is a plus
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards
• Develop software solutions following best practices
• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Create unit tests using frameworks such as xUnit
• Able to troubleshoot and support of software issues

Potential example projects

• Optimize definition, collection, reporting, and alerting of Manufacturing System metrics and KPIs
• Work with operations personnel to define needed Manufacturing information, research the sourcing of this information, establish its collection, create and display in a dashboard
• Create and implement Infrastructure and/or Behavior testing to improve the quality of Manufacturing Systems software
• Create and build front end components to support custom Design of Experiment software for R&D team
• Develop and fine-tune natural language model interfacing with GPT or other AI to assist in employee onboarding and tool troubleshooting
• Work with operations personnel on the development and/or enhancement of an MES Live Monitoring System
• Convert legacy applications to modern tool chain using Ignition
• Aid in system development of Remote Operations Center

Essential Responsibilities

Summer Internship (3 months, approximately, depending on student availability; May – September)

• Reporting Relationships: This position will not have direct reports.
• Travel: No travel is required.

Estimated Salary Range

Estimated Salary Range $22/HR - $25/HR US

Physical Requirements

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.