About the role#
The Montana Department of Transportation is hiring eight students for the MDT/MSU Design Unit in Bozeman. This role offers a path to learn the road design process, including survey work, geometric design, CADD drafting, and hydraulics. You will work full-time during the summer and transition to a part-time schedule during the school year. This position is part of a career ladder with opportunities for advancement.
What you'll do#
- Learn and apply road design principles.
- Perform CADD drafting and surveying tasks.
- Assist with highway plans, specifications, and design standards for various road types.
- Use engineering mathematics, specifically geometry and trigonometry, in daily design tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment at MSU-Bozeman in good standing.
- Completion of at least 30 credit hours in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or Environmental Engineering by the end of the Fall 2026 semester.
- Knowledge of CADD drafting and surveying methods.
- Familiarity with highway design standards and engineering mathematics.
Location & details#
- Location: Bozeman, Montana.
- Schedule: Full-time during Summer 2027, part-time during Fall 2027.
- Modality: On-site and hybrid options available.
- Employment status: Paid position with benefits starting on the first day.
About State of Montana
The State of Montana operates as a government agency based in Helena. It manages public administration across the state and employs over 3,600 people. The organization was founded in 1889. It maintains its primary offices at the Montana State Capitol.
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