Civil Engineering Intern Jobs in Montana
Civil Engineering Intern jobs in Montana concentrate in transportation infrastructure, water resources, and land development, with demand anchored by the state's ongoing highway expansion and municipal water system upgrades. Billings, Missoula, and Great Falls are the primary hiring hubs, where firms like Morrison-Maierle, Robert Peccia and Associates, and the Montana Department of Transportation regularly bring on interns. Structural and transportation design, stormwater management, and construction observation are the most in-demand areas for entry-level candidates. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.
ECI has an opening for a civil engineer. Technical focus will be on structural engineering and/or site (civil) design for substations and power delivery facilities.
- Structural engineering responsibilities include development of design criteria, structure design, foundation design, building design, and related works. Structure design primarily consists of standard shape steel structure, specification of tubular steel structures, fire walls, and related facilities. Foundation design primarily consists of drilled pier, shallow/pad, and spread footing foundations. Civil Engineer should possess ability to learn and apply various software design packages such as Visual Analysis, STAAD.Pro, Risa, LPILE, MFAD, and CAISSON.
- Site (Civil) engineering responsibilities include development of design criteria; grading & drainage design; access road design (paved and unpaved sections, vehicle maneuvering modeling, haul road analysis, etc.); specification & design of retaining walls, perimeter walls, fences and gates; water storm drawing design; ability to specify and interpret hydrology studies; ACAD Civil 3D experience preferred.
Depending on experience and interest, Civil Engineer may perform project management functions including scoping; budgeting; scheduling; directing a team of less experienced civil engineers, designers and drafters; project monitoring & control; client interface; and project reporting.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Civil Engineering; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. A PE license is preferred depending on experience level. The successful applicant must be knowledgeable of applicable codes, standards and design tools. The successful applicant may be subject to client-mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel/driving is required; therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.
Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
- Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Continued professional education reimbursement
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.
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What Montana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineering intern jobs across Montana.
- Enrollment in an ABET-accredited civil engineering or civil engineering technology program
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design and drafting software
- Understanding of basic engineering principles including statics, hydrology, and soil mechanics
- Ability to work on outdoor field assignments and construction sites in Montana conditions
- Strong technical writing skills for reports, calculations, and project documentation
- Valid driver's license for travel to project sites across Montana
Civil Engineering Intern Jobs in Montana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil engineering intern in Montana?
Most civil engineering intern positions in Montana require active enrollment in or recent graduation from an ABET-accredited civil engineering program. While a full Professional Engineer license is not required at the intern stage, many Montana employers encourage interns to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, administered through the Montana Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors, as early as their senior year. Completing relevant coursework in transportation, hydrology, or structural design strengthens applications considerably.
Which companies hire civil engineering interns in Montana?
Montana civil engineering intern roles are posted by Morrison-Maierle, State of Montana, and Schnabel Engineering and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Montana's mix of private engineering consultancies, state agencies, and municipal engineering departments means openings appear across both public-sector and project-based private employers throughout the year.
Which Montana cities have the most civil engineering intern jobs?
Helena, Billings, and Bozeman have the most civil engineering intern openings in Montana. Billings leads as the state's largest city with the greatest concentration of engineering firms and commercial development activity, while Missoula and Great Falls support steady intern demand through regional transportation projects, university connections, and municipal infrastructure programs that keep consultant and agency rosters active.
Are there remote civil engineering intern jobs in Montana?
Yes, but they're rare. About 20% of civil engineering intern openings tied to Montana are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most civil engineering work. The tasks most likely to shift to remote or hybrid arrangements include drafting, design calculations, report writing, and GIS mapping, while field observation and construction inspection remain fully on-site.
How can I get hired as a civil engineering intern in Montana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Montana engineering consultancies and state agencies that accept students completing their first or second year of an accredited program. Morrison-Maierle, Robert Peccia and Associates, and the Montana Department of Transportation all run seasonal intern programs that do not require prior professional experience. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and building a portfolio of coursework projects in transportation or hydrology gives candidates a concrete edge over applicants without credentials.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineering intern jobs in Montana?
You can find and apply to civil engineering intern jobs in Montana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Montana openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to those postings.
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