MSU Design Student Trainee Design Technician

State of Montana • Bozeman, MT

101d • $24 - $24 • Remote

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is currently recruiting student trainees to join our MDT/MSU Design Unit in Bozeman for summer and fall 2026. 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 four (4) MSU student positions will be filled for the MDT/MSU Design Unit in Bozeman, starting May 18, 2026. 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 2026 and part-time during the Fall 2026 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 student in good standing at Montana State University-Bozeman.
• Must have 30 credit hours completed in the MSU Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or Environmental Engineering programs by the end of the Fall 2025 semester.

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available (if applicable to position)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree