Data Science Intern (Spring 2026)
First Solar
Data Science intern building pipelines, analysis tools, and ML models at First Solar.
7 days ago ago
$22 - $25
Entry-level
Internship
Perrysburg, OH
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Construction services
Technical Services
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Utilities
Commercial
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
ml modeling
feature engineering
data pipelines
data cleaning
ad hoc analysis
tool development
- May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
- Contribute to feature selection and development of machine learning models to uncover value of data.
- Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
- Help Develop pipelines that extract significant features from key data sets.
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
- The candidate will work closely with Data Scientists on multiple data analysis use cases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their needs and perform Ad hoc analysis.
- Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
- Support the team to perform data extraction, cleaning, analysis and deliver actionable insights.
- Contribute to automated scripting and analysis for larger software packages.
- Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
- Build custom analytical tools.
What you bring
python
sql
statistics
bachelors
teamwork
data analysis
- Robust knowledge and experience with statistical methods and classification models.
- Must currently be enrolled in a Bachelors (3rd year or later), who is fulfilling a graduation requirement for their degree.
- Ability to review and understand the purpose of existing scripts.
- 20/40 vision in each eye, (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green is required.
- Course work in mathematics and statistics.
- Skilled in exploratory data analysis and feature engineering.
- Experience with fundamental technologies in a Microsoft environment: Windows OS, Office 365, etc.
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
- May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
- Demonstrated analytical, multi-tasking, problem solving, organizational, and planning skills.
- Previous project experience with data analysis and modelling.
- Clear communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
- Ability to review coding manuals to learn new syntax independently.
- 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).
- Ability to create reports/plots, analyze trends, and provide insights.
- 2+ years collaboration in a team setting at school or work.
- Must be pursuing an Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field degree.
- Will lift up to 51 pounds on a seldom basis, according to work instruction.
- Familiarity with SQL for data querying and manipulation.
- 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).
- Course work in computer programming or data science. (Python scripting language and SQL preferred)
- Proficiency in Python or R for data analysis and machine learning.
- As an internship company, we allow flexibility to enrol in classes while working as an intern, if it doesn’t interfere with the essential functions of the position.
- $22.00-$25.00 Hourly.
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Company
Overview
20 GW
Solar Installations Completed
Completed over 20 gigawatts of solar installations globally, demonstrating significant contributions to renewable energy projects worldwide.
- Focuses on manufacturing advanced photovoltaic (PV) solar modules and providing utility-scale PV power plants.
- Offers a range of solutions, from manufacturing to large-scale solar power projects, emphasizing sustainability.
- Pioneers a closed-loop recycling process for solar panels, reducing environmental impact.
- Drives clean energy transformation with integrated solutions including development, financing, and operation of solar plants.
- “Responsible Solar” — commitment to environmental stewardship from sourcing through end‑of‑life management
- “Principled foundation” — zero tolerance for human rights abuses and strong governance
- Transparency — first solar manufacturer to publish onsite third‑party social‑audit findings globally
- Innovation & technical excellence — industry‑leading efficiency, ultra‑low carbon footprint, fastest energy payback
34% Emissions Reduction
GHG Target
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 34% by 2028.
Net-Zero by 2050
Long-Term GHG Goal
Company target to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050.
100% Renewable Energy
US by 2026, Global by 2028
Commitment to using 100% renewable energy in U.S. operations by 2026 and globally by 2028.
88K Tonnes Recycling
Global PV Capacity
Annual photovoltaic recycling capacity reaching 88,000 tonnes.
- Since 2008, GHG intensity reduced ~77%; since 2020, energy per watt down 15%, water intensity down 48%
- 2023: manufacturing water recycling up 88%, 318M L recycled; water intensity down 6%, waste intensity down 28%
- Series 6 Plus and Series 7 TR1 modules achieved EPEAT Climate+ (≤400 kg CO₂ e/kWp)
- Manufacturing energy intensity per watt reduced 65% since 2009; goal: 74% by 2028
- Conducted RBA‑validated third‑party social audits across global manufacturing: U.S. and Vietnam received platinum rating; Malaysia facility assessed and corrective actions underway
- No detailed public gender statistics found
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