HR Project Integration Intern (Fall 2026)

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Scope

• 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

• Beginning now and lasting through December 2026 (Winter). There may be a potential option to extend into 2027 as well.
• First Solar allows flexibility to enrol in classes while working as an intern, as long as it doesn’t interfere with the essential functions of the position.
• This is a full-time position. Work will be 3 days in the corporate office, with flexibility of remote work 2 days/week.

Education/Experience

• Human Resources Management, Data Science, or Business major, 3 rd or 4 th Year student preferred.
• Some experience in an office environment preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel. Power BI and MS Copilot a plus.
• First Solar encourages all interns to register their internship with their university.

Required Skills/Competencies

• Ability to navigate PowerPoint and MS Excel with efficiency, good understanding of Excel formulas and pivot tables a plus.
• Ability to work in Power BI,
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Amazing follow-through and responsiveness.
• Ability to adapt to a professional, office environment.

Basic Internship Scope (Project)

• Support Global Human Resource projects
• Proofread HR documents, PowerPoints
• Help prepare Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Documents
• Availability to attend local University career fairs with Talent Acquisition as required.
• Assist the Diversity Inclusion and Belonging efforts for the team.
• Assist with other projects as required.
• This internship will support the Connector Program (Buddy Program) and Mentorship Program , the intern will:
• Gather data for Program metrics
• Track progress, priorities, and deadlines
• Contribute to process and system enhancement
• Review surveys and provide feedback/suggestions.
• Obtain feedback from hiring managers and/or mentors/mentees.
• Be the point of contact for project questions.
• Gain hands-on experience in people analytics by supporting the annual Inclusion & Engagement Survey. Responsibilities include organizing survey data, reviewing employee feedback, identifying trends, creating Power BI reports, and helping develop presentations that inform strategic decisions made by senior leaders and executives.
• Upon the completion of this internship, the intern is required to present their accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Estimated Salary Range

• $19-$21/ hour

US Physical Requirements

Office 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. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

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 and 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.