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MSU Design Student Trainee – Design Technician
Montana Department Of Transportation
Provides transportation planning, infrastructure development, and maintenance across Montana.
Road design process learning opportunity including survey, geometric design, CADD drafting, and hydraulics for MDT/MSU Design Unit in Bozeman. Full-time in summer, part-time during school year.
17d ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Bozeman, MT
Hybrid
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Maintenance
Engineering
Planning
Materials testing
Traffic and safety management
Permit services
Freight & rail planning
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Highways
Bridges
Public Transportation
Rail
General Aviation
Energy
Government
Role
What you would be doing
What you bring
full-time student
30 credit hours
college transcripts
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.
Unofficial college transcripts
Benefits
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available (if applicable to position)
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
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
A cover letter detailing your qualifications and work history.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa Sponsorship
no sponsorship for work authorization available through the state of montana
Security clearance
eligibility for public service student loan forgiveness
The company traces its origins back to the late 1940s, establishing itself as a pioneer in Montana's transportation infrastructure development.
Focuses on building and maintaining highways, bridges, and transit systems to support state mobility.
Projects include road construction, bridge upgrades, and traffic safety improvements.
Specializes in rural and mountainous terrain, adapting solutions to the state's unique geography.
Has a significant role in regional transportation planning, coordinating with federal and local agencies.
Emphasizes innovation in sustainable transportation solutions and safety protocols.
Culture + Values
Provide exceptional customer experience
Sustain a safe and highly effective transportation workforce
Capitalize on innovation
Maintain department assets
Plan and deliver a resilient transportation system that serves the diverse needs of Montana residents and visitors
Environment + Sustainability
Over $68M Funding
Carbon Reduction Strategy
Secured federal funding aimed at reducing transportation-related CO₂ emissions over five years.
80% Cost Coverage
Public-Private Partnerships
Focus on partnerships covering infrastructure costs for electric vehicle charging stations.
100-Mile Charger Spacing
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Deployment of DC fast chargers on key corridors to ensure convenient charging access.
$43M NEVI Funds
Electric Vehicle Plan
Allocated funds for deploying electric vehicle infrastructure across key transportation corridors.
Statewide strategy includes reducing congestion, expanding non-motorized infrastructure, public transit, fleet electrification, zero-emission construction equipment, and use of sustainable materials.
Committed to replace/consolidate single-occupancy vehicle trips and improve energy efficiency via CRS monitoring and methodology aligned with federal NCRP requirements.
Inclusion & Diversity
August 31
Annual Deadline for Reports
Required annual Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) FHWA 1391 workforce reports must be submitted by this date.
$10,000+
Project Value Threshold
Montana EEO Policy Statements must be displayed on bulletin boards at federal-aid project sites valued at this amount or more.
Contractor Compliance Program enforces Non‑Discrimination and Affirmative Action for all federal‑aid highway project contractors
In‑Job Training provisions aim to increase representation of women, minorities, and disadvantaged individuals into journey‑level highway construction roles
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