MSU Design Student Trainee - Design Technician

State of Montana • Bozeman, MT

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for 8 student trainees to join our MDT/MSU Design Unit. This is a unique opportunity to learn the road design process including survey, geometric design, CADD drafting, and hydraulics. The flexible work schedule and campus office location allow you to work part-time while attending classes.
Up to eight (8) MSU student positions will be filled for the MDT/MSU Design Unit in Bozeman, starting May 17, 2027. The positions are full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year. Applicants must be available to work full-time during the summer of 2027 and part-time during the Fall 2027 semester. The position will end upon completion of a bachelor’s degree from MSU.
This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Must be a current full-time MSU-Bozeman student in good standing
• Must have 30 credit hours completed in the MSU Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or Environmental Engineering programs by the end of the Fall 2026 semester
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of CADD drafting and surveying usually obtained in the first year of college or other technical training
• Familiar with highway plans, specifications and design standards for Interstate, Primary, Secondary and County Roads
• Knowledge of engineering mathematics, especially trigonometry and geometry
• Driver's record will be verified.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

Responsibilities

• Learn the road design process including survey, geometric design, CADD drafting, and hydraulics.

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work agreement available
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree