YOUR FUTURE AT HANWHA Q CELLS

hanwha Q CELLS gmbh – human resources We’re moving forward: Our company headquarters hanwha q cells in Thalheim generates 175,322 kWh of clean ALLOW US TO INTRODUCE energy each year. OURSELVES

At Hanwha Q CELLS, photo- Think global, act local – Hanwha Q CELLS is a vertically integrated photovoltaics company voltaics is more than just another with a broad product portfolio spanning solar cells and modules, complete systems for private industrial and commercial roofs, as well as turnkey solar power plants. We develop and test product. It is the key technology our products at our headquarters in Germany, where we prepare them for serial production. for a reliable, sustainable, and Final manufacturing takes place at our production sites in Germany and Malaysia. high-performance energy supply – today and for future genera- Hanwha Q CELLS markets its products through its global trade network, with affiliates in Germany (corporate headquarters), France, Great Britain, Italy, Turkey, the US and Canada, tions. Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, and Australia. Thanks to our international presence, our high- performance product portfolio, and our financial stability, we are the reliable partner for PV customers all over the world.

The Hanwha Group and Hanwha Q CELLS – a technological and financial alliance Since October 2012, Hanwha Q CELLS has been part of the Hanwha Group. Founded in 1952, the Hanwha Group is one of the ten largest corporations in South Korea. It comprises 51 South Korean and 113 international subsidiaries from three main business segments: Manufacturing & Construction, Finance, and Services & Recreation. The Hanwha Manu- facturing & Construction sector can look back on over 60 years of experience as a leading corporation while possessing a broad range of expertise that spans fundamental chemical substances and high-performance materials as well as project development and complete solutions involving solar energy.

The Finance unit encompasses services such as banking, insurance and asset management, making it the second largest such group in South Korea outside the banking and finance sector. The Services & Recreation sector offers premium lifestyle services, including retailing and recreational facilities. This strong and lasting alliance leaves us ideally positioned for the future not only technologically, but also financially.

For us, quality is the measure of all things. That’s why our products are “Engineered in Germany”.

2 3 A peek at our fully automated cell production hanwha q cells line in Thalheim. Our solar cells achieve the highest BUSINESS SECTORS yields worldwide.

Our market-oriented product Solar cells – Reduced embedding losses, enhanced long-term stability, superior aesthetics: Our portfolio allows us to optimally new high-performance generation of monocrystalline solar cells is tailored designed for long- term performance. Engineered in Germany: Q.ANTUM – the world record breaking technology service all relevant market seg- employed in our polycrystalline solar cells – means only the highest performance classes and ments and target groups: whether reliable yields. it‘s PV systems for single-family homes, PV flat roof systems for Solar modules – Our new G3 solar modules have raised the bar in the solar industry: State- of-the-art technology, premium performance, and optimized design spell success for the G3 commerce and industry, or solar modules. Hanwha Q CELLS is the only manufacturer of solar modules that successfully takes power plants for investors. For part in the rigorous Quality Tested Program organized by the independent German certifi- this, we need you! cation institute VDE, thus guaranteeing consistent quality and product safety. One piece of evidence as to the quality of our products is the independent PHOTON yield test in 2013: Our Q.PRO-G2 solar module finished the test as the best polycrystalline solar module among more than 150 competing modules.

Photovoltaic systems – Thanks to their earning power and high dependability, Q CELLS modules form the basis of our success on the systems market: Investors and solar farm operators the world over rely on Q CELLS modules and turnkey systems. And what’s good for large solar farms is of course good for our private and commercial clients – quality! Hanwha Q CELLS provides optimized photovoltaic packages for private rooftop systems. We offer complete kits for private rooftop systems in selected markets such as Germany and Japan. Silicon Wafers Cells Modules Systems Monitoring O&M Financing

Services – Consolidated for the success of our customers: We stand side by side with our distributors and wholesalers and offer you exclusive services. Global thinking paired with local $ SI ¥ action is our motto at Hanwha Q CELLS. €

With its value-added chain, Hanwha Q CELLS covers all areas of photovoltaics.

4 5 hanwha q cells THE HANWHA Q CELLS WINNING SPIRIT THE WINNING SPIRIT OF HANWHA Q CELLS

ambitous committed con dent passionate optimistic persistent enduring ghting spirit

The Hanwha Q CELLS Winning “The Winning Spirit of Hanwha Q CELLS” – This informs our company values and thus the cul- Spirit sums up our company tural basis for our company’s success. The Winning Spirit combines the diversity and strengths of the international cultures that define our company, thus making it unique. values. It forms the core of our business philosophy and The Hanwha Q CELLS Winning Spirit: describes how we want to lead our company successfully into – Eager – Agile the future. – Reliable

These values determine how we at Hanwha Q CELLS think and act. The Winning Spirit de- scribes how we approach our work, carry it out, and complete it successfully. Furthermore, it shows how we enjoy cooperating with our colleagues, partners, and customers as well as how we support one another, irrespective of borders, for our joint success.

6 7 Hanwha Q CELLS offers its employees a high hanwha q cells degree of creative personal leeway, an exciting range of tasks, and an open, HOW WE WORK internationally spirited work environment.

It is important to us to be We are all Hanwha Q CELLS – A company is always only as good as its employees; that’s why we successful in our markets; seek expertise coupled with self-initiative in our employees, including reliability and a healthy dose of ambition. We place value on transparent communication and collegial interaction. Inno- thus in our work, we orient vative and creative solutions are our capital; thus, we invest in your expertise and promote your ourselves around principles advancement in the company. Compatibility between career and family is also important to us. that serve as our models. We create success – We handle our earnings wisely to maintain our competiveness on the market and to insure our future investments, thereby setting ambitious goals and working diligently to achieve them. We protect our advantage with quick action and swift decision-making. In so doing, we take active responsibility; we are flexible, and we envision the whole picture while engaging in constructive cross-departmental and transnational cooperation.

We are customer-oriented – Our customers are always the focus of our work. We know our markets as well as the needs of our customers. We meet their wishes in a flexible and de- pendable manner; we stick to our agreements and react promptly to any emerging changes. We are continually improving our processes and products to ensure that we always offer our customers the best and most valuable solutions.

We are moving forward while taking responsibility for the future – We are advancing the future of solar energy by developing and employing the latest technologies. We are thus working toward sustainable power generation and a healthy environment. We develop long-term perspectives for our customers and employees and take responsibility for the comprehensive protection of the environment as well as the health and safety of our employees.

We are international – We are an international company where people from many countries and locations work together as partners, exchanging their knowledge and social values with one another. Our interactions are dictated by mutual respect and openness to other cultures. More than 200 engineers work in our research department to ensure that we maintain our technology leadership.

8 9 Our direct hires will find a wide spectrum of exciting WORKING AT HANWHA Q CELLS: and challenging areas of WHAT WE aRE LOOKING FOR, work. WHAT WE OFFER

We are shaping the future of Creative leeway. Range of opportunity. International work environment. There are many good solar energy. To do so we need reasons to join our team at Hanwha Q CELLS. The first reason is you yourself; for at Hanwha Q CELLS you live your ideas. We are striving to create the future of solar energy. For this a diverse group of individuals great task, we are looking for a diverse set of individuals: qualified employees from the widest from various disciplines and with range of disciplines and people with various levels of experience. different levels of experience. Take responsibility along with us: Your ideas of today become the technological innovations of tomorrow. And the day after tomorrow they are part of everyday life in an inspiring future. Get to know a future-oriented employer at Hanwha Q CELLS.

Direct hires – Do you have professional experience and would like to use your proven abilities to join us in our quest for success? As a direct hire, are you willing to take on the challenge of working at a global corporation with long-term perspectives? Hanwha Q CELLS offers a wide spectrum of possibilities.

Trainees – Take your first professional steps at a continually expanding global corporation in a future-oriented industry! We can offer you a training program in one of several state-recognized chemical, technological, or sales professions. Join us as a trainee and profit from our close cooperation with vocational schools and training centers.

Students – Hanwha Q CELLS supports university students and degree candidates by offering apprenticeships and jobs for working students in various departments.

We offer training in various professions. After finishing their training programs at Hanwha Q CELLS, many people choose to become full-time members of our team. It’s a true win-win situation: for us and for you.

10 11 Achieve more together: Teamwork with a capital T WORKING AT HANWHA Q CELLS: at Hanwha Q CELLS. INTEGRATION PROCESS AND HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT

It’s our goal to make starting out Integration process – New employees in a company usually have many questions. Where do WHAT WE OFFER AND WHAT SETS US APART as smooth as possible for new we come from? Where are we now? Where do want to be? Our management personnel assist in PHILOSOPHY HR SERVICES INFRASTRUCTURE ON TOP employees and to pave the wave the introduction process. They arrange an integration plan, outline the most important aspects of the job, and appoint a mentor to help the new employee to become better oriented in the Interesting jobs with Supervised training Fully equipped, barrier-free Company doctor for advancement within the com- new environment and to give tips on how to make it easier to quickly find one’s way around creative leeway procedure offices and conference rooms the world of Hanwha Q CELLS. pany. That is why we attach great Collegial interaction Flexible work hours Cafeteria and staff break rooms Childcare importance to initial training and Personnel development – We support our employees: With in-house and external advanced Consistent communication 30 days paid vacation personnel development. Parking garage Shuttle service training offerings and various career programs, we help our employees develop the skills they and information per calendar year need. We thus succeed in expanding our in-house expertise while promoting individual de- International work Attractive salaries Relocation service velopment opportunities. Our teachers and instructors use their many years of experience to environment and benefits offer our employees a high level of advanced professional training. Opportunities for advanced Environmental and training and career social consciousness Apprenticeship – We offer apprenticeships in several state-recognized chemical, techno- development logical, and sales professions. With 2,500 sqm of space and 10 professional departments, In-house research center Apprenticeships the Hanwha Q CELLS Training Center (QTC) provides optimal conditions for a successful apprenticeship. Occupational pension provision

Accident insurance

12 13 Together with the city of Sandersdorf-Brehna, we WORKING AT HANWHA Q CELLS: built the “Glückspilz” daycare center, giving many of our youngest “Q CELLers” ADDITIONAL SERVICES a place to play.

A good work environment, Occupational pension plan – We want you to feel secure in old age as well: Together with our social safeguarding, and the dependable partner, we assist you by way of deferred compensation, attractive group policies, compatibility of career and and a financial contribution.

family are important to us. Accident insurance – With our accident insurance policy, employees at Hanwha Q CELLS are Therefore, at Hanwha Q CELLS insured around the clock in their professional and private lives, anywhere in the world. we offer a range of employee benefits that are far above Kindergarten – The compatibility of family and career is important to us. In cooperation with the city of Sandersdorf-Brehna, we built the “Glückspilz” daycare center. This integrative standard, making us one of the facility combines two essential aspects of childcare: Children need a loving, responsive, and most attractive employers in stimulating environment, while parents need a dependable and competent team of childcare the region. workers and suitable operating hours. Both aspects were part of our concept from the beginning. As a regional solar energy company, we provided and installed the 21 KW photovoltaic system on the roof of the daycare center. The power generated is fed directly into the public grid.

Relocation service – A new job is usually a big step: new colleagues, new city, new surroundings. With our relocation service, Hanwha Q CELLS makes it easier for new employees to get off to a good start in their new environment.

Hanwha Q CELLS offers its employees occupational pensions as well as free accident insurance.

14 15 Good food is essential – our cafeteria was awarded the WORKING AT HANWHA Q CELLS: JOB&FIT Certificate by the German Nutrition Society (Deutsche Gesellschaft für HEALTHCARE SERVICES AND Ernährung e.V. / DGE). EXCELLENT FOOD

Our shuttle service to and from Shuttle service – For easy and environmentally friendly access to our Solar Valley headquar- the Bitterfeld train station makes ters, even for employees who live further away, we offer a shuttle service to and from the it easy for employees to get to Bitterfeld-Wolfen train station.

work. Our comprehensive health- Healthcare services – Our company provides in-house occupational medical services – coordi- care services are widely used nated with external specialists and organized with assistance from the Siemens-BKK health- and highly valued by many of our care promotion campaign – that tend to employees’ medical concerns while at work. employees. • Medical checkups • Flu shots • Volunteer blood donation • Travel medicine consultation and immunization • Massage service • Special services as part of health awareness days, such as skin cancer precautions, intraocular pressure tests, back checkups, and nutritional advice.

Cafeteria – We are pleased to announce that our cafeteria was awarded the JOB&FIT Certificate by the German Nutrition Society (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Ernährung e.V. / DGE). This certifi- cate is reserved for company cafeterias that, after a successful review, fulfill the quality criteria pertaining to procured foodstuffs, menu planning, and food preparation, as well as atmosphere. The cafeteria is open for our employees from 7AM to 7PM and is subsidized by the company.

Collegial cooperation extends beyond the workplace. Many Hanwha Q CELLS employees participate in sporting events as teams.

16 17 The health of our employees is very impor- WORKING AT HANWHA Q CELLS: tant to us, which is why Hanwha Q CELLS offers comprehensive occupa- ATTRACTIVE SALARIES AND tional health and safety protection. ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT BENEFITS

Hanwha Q CELLS features an Salaries – Of course, a good salary is also important: Hanwha Q CELLS provides an interna- attractive compensation system tionally commensurate compensation system. Each position in the company is dictated by a in line with international stand- salary structure in line with market standards. Compensation combines a fixed portion with a flexible portion that is related to achieving certain goals. ards that ensures salaries are commensurate with the market. In-house research center – More than 200 scientists and engineers are at work in the Hanwha Flexible work hours, fully fur- Q CELLS research center, swiftly advancing our technologies. Our goal: to make photovoltaics nished, barrier-free offices, and cheaper and thus more competitive on the market. The dovetailing of research, development, and production in Thalheim’s Solar Valley enables Hanwha Q CELLS to bring innovations into a collegial work environment mass production as quickly as possible. This ensures that our technologies will maintain their are additional benefits. top spot in the photovoltaics industry.

And that’s not all – Interesting jobs in a collegial work environment with consistent commu- nication and information, flexible work hours, and 30 days paid vacation per calendar year, as well as fully equipped, barrier-free offices and conference rooms and a parking garage.

Our research center is the breeding ground for the innovations of tomorrow. The dovetailing of research and production allows us to quickly incorporate new ideas into the manufac- turing of our products.

18 19 A REGION FULL OF OPPORTUNITIES

Brandenburg Lower Saxony

Saxony-Anhalt Berlin

Elbe

Magdeburg Bode

Dessau-Roßlau Lutherstadt Wittenberg Saale Bitterfeld-Wolfen OT Thalheim

Halle

Leipzig The Free State of Thuringia

Dresden The Free State of Saxony

Our region offers diverse oppor- The Bitterfeld-Wolfen region lies in the southern part of Saxony-Anhalt and borders the federal tunities. In addition to the urban states of Saxony and Brandenburg. Within commuting range from Hanwha Q CELLS lies a highlights of Halle and Dessau, series of interesting and, above all, varied cities such as Leipzig, Dessau, Halle, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Magdeburg, Dresden, and Berlin. Our employees’ places of residence are accor- Leipzig, Dresden, and Berlin are dingly diverse. There is something nearby for big city lovers as well as for those who prefer also within commuting range of a quieter life. WERDER INTERSECTION our corporate headquarters. MAGDEBURG EXIT Transport connections to Bitterfeld are ideal by train or car. By car, we are most easily reached via the A14 and A9 highways. Thalheim lies directly off the Bitterfeld-Wolfen exit on the A9. Additional routes include the B183, Sandersdorfer Straße when coming from Thalheim, Thalheimer Straße when coming from Sandersdorf, and Stakendorfer Straße on the way from Wolfen. When traveling by car or taxi, Leipzig Airport is 40 minutes from Thalheim, while the Bitterfeld-Wolfen train station is just 10 minutes away from Solar Valley. POTSDAM INTERSECTION DESSAU-ROSSLAU

WOLFEN JUNCTION

SCHKEUDITZ EXIT

AIRPORT

20 21 With its extensive recreation areas, PRISTINE NATURE AND GREAT DESIGN: Lake Goitzsche is a favorite summer excursion BITTERFELD AND DESSAU spot for our employees.

Bitterfeld has been transformed: bitterfeld-wolfen Formerly a center exclusively for Living amid nature, with urban life to boot. Much has changed in recent years: Little cafés industry, it has developed into and modern housing define the city’s image. Get your sailing license on the weekend or simply relax? An extensive recreation area awaits at nearby Lake Goitzsche, featuring count- a tranquil city with a beautiful less sporting and leisure-time activities. Good transport connections allow for spontaneous green periphery. Dessau beckons excursions to Leipzig, Halle, and Berlin. with its history: The Bauhaus mo- vement, with its groundbreaking More from and about Bitterfeld-Wolfen: www.bitterfeld-wolfen.de Distance: 8 km Residents: ca. 42,000 ideas on art and architecture, Travel time: Car: 12 min | Bicycle: 25 min began here before conquering the globe. dessau Hanwha Q CELLS is not the only local source of good ideas, it’s a tradition in Dessau-Roßlau: The Bauhaus, one of the world’s first design schools, united a group of the most outstanding architects and artists of their time. Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Walter Gropius – all world-famous children of the Bauhaus. In Dessau, contemporary witnesses of the Bauhaus era; in Roßlau, testimonials to late-classical architecture; and together, a friendly atmosphere with expansive parks, gardens, and ponds. The many different facets between the Elbe and Mulde result in an astounding whole. The city has its own culture to offer as well: theater, cinema, cafés, museums, and exhibitions.

More from and about Dessau: www.dessau.de | www.dessau-rosslau-tourismus.de Distance: 30 km Residents: ca. 84,000 Travel time: Car: 30 min | Train (BTF): ca. 21 min

Perhaps no other city is as synonymous with superb design and groundbreaking architecture as Dessau.

22 23 Barfußgässchen: a favorite pub mile in Leipzig’s inner FEISTY AND COMPLEX: city. LEIPZIG AND HALLE

Halle’s Market Place, with its landmark Red Tower There’s a good reason Leipzig Leipzig and the Marienkirche just behind it. is one of the most popular cities The largest city in Saxony is as liberal-minded as Hanwha Q CELLS; it mesmerizes with its in Germany. Everything in lively mix of historical buildings, new cafés, large-scale events, and international trade fairs. In and around Leipzig lies a peerless green belt, one of the largest contiguous riverside fo- close proximity: art and culture, rests. It’s no wonder that a 2007 EU survey found Leipzig to have the third-highest quality countless restaurants and of life on the continent – far ahead of Rome, Paris, London, Vienna, Hamburg, and Munich. cafés, rich nightlife, and a beautiful countryside. Halle, More from and about Leipzig: www.leipzig.de | www.leipzig-online.de Distance: 50 km Residents: ca. 518,000 one of Germany’s greenest cities. Travel time: Car: 40 min, Train (BTF): ca. 26 min Culture lovers are guaranteed to get their money’s worth. Halle (Saale) Halle is the most densely populated city in Saxony-Anhalt; it lies on the River Saale and, according to Heinrich Heine, is the home of the “Hallenser, Halloren, and Hallunken” – which is certainly open to debate. Halle is a cultural stronghold. Georg Friedrich Handel’s city of birth boasts two romantic castles, but also many young people and one of the oldest universities in Germany. Work out along the shores of the Saale or meet up with friends in bars and cafés: the best release for the best job.

More from and about Halle: www.halle.de Distance: 35 km Residents: ca. 232,700 Travel time: Car: 27 min, Train (BTF): ca. 23 min

24 25 The Wittenberg Altstadt lures visitors with its FOLLOWING LUTHER’S TRAIL: numerous outstanding Lutherstadt Wittenberg restaurants and cafés.

Retracing Luther’s footsteps: wittenberg In Wittenberg, with its beautiful Perhaps no city is as closely tied to the name Martin Luther as Wittenberg. With the Stadt- Altstadt, it’s possible at every kirche St. Marien, the Lutherhaus, the All Saints’ Church, and the Melanchthonhaus, along with the neighboring Dessau-Wörlitzer Gartenreich, the city is a trove of world-renowned corner. cultural sites. It’s no surprise that Wittenberg and its vicinity have more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other region on earth. Many visitors come to Wittenberg to walk in the footsteps of the great reformer and to draw inspiration from the spirit of his time, which can be felt all through the historic city center of the famed Lutherstadt an der Elbe. Throug- hout the year Wittenberg is host to a number of top-notch events, including art exhibitions, concerts, symposia, historical galas, and festivals. Residents and visitors enjoy the many wonderful cafés, restaurants, and taverns spread throughout the city offering a diverse range of food and drink.

More from and about Wittenberg: www.wittenberg.de Distance: 60 km Residents: ca. 46,950 Travel time: Car: 50 min | Train: ca. 20 min.

26 27 The World Time Clock on Berlin’s Alexanderplatz. URBAN BUSTLE AND CULTURAL CENTER: No other German metropolis offers such a rich array of BERLIN AND DRESDEN culture.

Brühl’s Terrace, between the Academy of Fine Arts It’s not for nothing that Dresden, berlin and the Albertinum, is Everything comes together here. With more than 3.5 million residents, Germany’s largest one of the most beautiful the capital city of Saxony, is sights in Dresden’s Old called Florence on the Elbe. The city is also its political center. The capital is a melting pot of culture, gastronomy, business Town. ideas, young and old, metropolitan flair, underground spirit, rock and pop, sports and games, city boasts a unique panorama designer shops, and flea markets. Many even say that Berlin is cooler than New York. At any and a trove of art treasures. rate, Berlin is one of the most visited cities in Europe, a magnet for shapers of art and cul- Germany’s capital, Berlin, is a ture from all over the world, home to internationally renowned museums and opera houses, melting pot of cultures; its rich an architectural experience, and a hot spot for partygoers and revelers. Ever new offerings make every evening and every weekend a thrill. cultural offerings draw visitors from all over the world. More from and about Berlin: www.berlin.de | www.berlin-online.de Distance: 150 km Residents: ca. 3.3 million Travel time: Car: 90 min | Train (BTF): 54 min

dresden As a state capital and the fourth-largest city in Germany, Dresden is the political center of Saxony. It is also home to most of Saxony’s state-run cultural institutions and numerous universities. A fascinating Old Town, vibrant trendy neighborhoods, a broad spectrum of cul- tural offerings, and recreational areas close to the city center – Dresden offers an impressive array of attractions and destinations. The historic Old Town defines the unique character of the city: The Frauenkirche, Zwinger Palace, Semper Oper, and Dresden Castle form a harmo- nious ensemble in the gentle river landscape along the Elbe. The art and culture metropolis of Dresden offers a multifaceted trove of museums, while countless attractions continually entice new visitors, such as the rich array of art treasures housed in the “Grünes Gewölbe”, the rarities on display in the “Türkische Cammer”, or the Dresden City Art Gallery. Lovers of art and culture will not feel shortchanged.

More from and about Dresden: www.dresden.de Distance: 155 km Residents: ca. 530,000 Travel time: Car: 90 min | Train (BTF): 90 min Muench/Dresden Marketing GmbH

28 29 JobS @ HanwHa Q CELLS

The demand for photovoltaics A complete list of job openings at Hanwha Q CELLS can always be found on the Internet. In is growing. Grow into a new job addition to descriptions of the individual areas of activity, our career site also provides the with us. most important answers to all questions concerning the Hanwha Q CELLS application process. Apply using our online application system.

Hanwha Q CELLS career fields – Do you have professional experience and would like to use your proven abilities to help us fulfill our mission? As a direct hire, are you ready to combine the challenges of a global corporation with long-term, meaningful work? Hanwha Q CELLS offers you a wide spectrum of possibilities. Learn more at: www.q-cells.com/karriere/karrierefelder.

Hanwha Q CELLS jobs – Our products and services are as diverse as the expertise and origins of our employees. You can join our team at any point in your career: www.q-cells.com/karriere/jobshanwha_q_cells

Hanwha Q CELLS application hotline – If you have any questions concerning your applica- tion, our application hotline is available Monday through Friday from 10AM to 4PM.

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