For some time now First Solar and Owens Community College have had a nice connection. Over the last few years that connection has become a relationship thanks to the internship program developed by Owens Community College.
First Solar has now taken on seven OCC interns and the program has been a wonderful success. The interns have worked in roles with our office manager, CAD team and operations engineering team. While internships are inherently about the learning experience for the student, the program with OCC has provided something more for First Solar. The students that have joined us have not only learned a great deal but they provided great value to us. Two of those interns now work for First Solar and another was kept on for an extended period after her internship ended. The managers here at First Solar just raved about the skill, attitude and professionalism of the interns that worked for them.
On the whole, the entirety of the internship program with Owens Community College has been a wonderful, rewarding and value added endeavor. First Solar has been able to provide great learning experiences for the students and Owens Community College has provided talented and dedicated students. We are thankful that this relationship has evolved and grown and we look forward to continuing it for many years to come.
Jay A. Lake, Manager, Workforce Development and Community Relations PBG Site
First Solar