Engineering Jobs in Montana
Engineering jobs in Montana are concentrated in natural resources, infrastructure, civil construction, and energy development, with demand running from entry-level project roles to senior and licensed positions. Billings, Missoula, and Great Falls are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers like Montana Rail Link, NorthWestern Energy, and the Montana Department of Transportation. Civil, environmental, and mechanical engineering are the most consistently in-demand specializations across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Build your Future with WET
Are you a civil engineering student looking for more than just a summer job? Water & Environmental Technologies (WET) is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer Intern to join our team for Summer 2027 at our Great Falls, Montana office.
This internship gives you the opportunity to put classroom knowledge into practice while working alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals. You’ll contribute to real consulting projects, gain hands-on field experience, and develop practical skills that will help prepare you for a career in engineering consulting.
If you’re curious, motivated, and ready to learn, we’d love to meet you!
What You'll Do
As a Civil Engineer Intern, you’ll support a variety of consulting projects throughout the Rocky Mountain region. The position will include a combination of field and office work, providing opportunities to apply engineering principles, learn from experienced professionals, and gain exposure to the day-to-day work of a consulting engineer.
Some overnight travel will likely be required.
Depending on project needs and your experience level, you will have opportunities to learn and assist with:
- Assisting with the design and development of civil engineering projects.
- Supporting preparation of plans, specifications, technical reports, and permit applications.
- Performing field inspections, site assessments, and construction observations.
- Collecting and documenting field data and measurements.
- Assisting with surveying, site layout, and other field activities.
- Performing engineering calculations and data analysis.
- Assisting with preparation of construction cost estimates and quantity takeoffs.
- Using engineering software and computer-aided design (CAD) programs.
- Reviewing plans, specifications, and technical documents.
- Participating in project meetings and working with project managers and other technical staff.
- Traveling to project sites throughout Montana and the surrounding Rocky Mountain region, as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering or related engineering program at an accredited college or university.
- Completed coursework in civil engineering fundamentals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to learn new software, technical processes, and procedures.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
- Previous internship, field, or engineering-related experience is preferred but not required.
Why WET?
Water & Environmental Technologies (WET) is a regional geoscience and engineering consulting firm providing environmental, water resources, engineering, and related consulting services throughout the western United States. WET has several offices in Montana, and Wyoming, with projects throughout the western U.S.
At WET, we are committed to developing the next generation of environmental professionals by providing meaningful project experience, mentorship, and opportunities to grow. WET interns have the opportunity to do more than observe—they get involved in real projects and gain practical experience that can help launch their professional careers.
You will work with experienced professionals and have the opportunity to build skills in environmental investigation, remediation, hydrogeology, field sampling, data analysis, and consulting. Our diverse project portfolio provides exposure to a wide range of environmental and water-resource challenges throughout the Rocky Mountain region and the western United States.
If you're looking for an internship for Summer 2027 where you can build your skills, work on meaningful projects, and gain experience that translates directly to your future career, we'd like to hear from you!
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re a civil engineering student who wants to learn by doing, work with experienced professionals, and gain real-world experience, we encourage you to apply for the Summer 2027 Civil Engineer Internship at WET.
Come spend your summer building experience, building relationships, and building your future.
The application process requires candidates to submit a Résumé.
You may also submit a cover letter. Cover letters can be uploaded in the attachments section under the résumé section or with the résumé. Please ensure both documents are uploaded before submitting your application.
WET is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes.
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What Montana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering jobs across Montana.
- Active Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Montana Board of Professional Engineers
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related technical discipline
- Experience with infrastructure, energy, or natural resource projects specific to Montana environments
- Proficiency in industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or relevant modeling tools
- Ability to manage fieldwork in remote or rural Montana terrain and variable weather conditions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for regulatory reporting and client coordination
Engineering Jobs in Montana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering in Montana?
Becoming a licensed engineer in Montana requires earning an accredited bachelor's degree in engineering, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, accumulating qualifying work experience under a licensed Professional Engineer, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. The Montana Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors oversees licensure and registration. Many roles in civil, environmental, and structural engineering require this PE license before you can practice independently or stamp drawings.
Which companies hire engineerings in Montana?
Montana engineering roles are posted by Cushing Terrell, State of Montana, and Montana State University and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Montana's energy, transportation infrastructure, and natural resource industries drive a large share of ongoing engineering demand across the state.
Which Montana cities have the most engineering jobs?
Billings, Missoula, and Great Falls account for the largest share of engineering openings in Montana. Billings leads because of its concentration in energy, refining, and regional corporate headquarters, while Missoula and Great Falls support engineering work through state agencies, utilities, and infrastructure contractors serving western and north-central Montana.
How can I get hired as a engineering in Montana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for engineer-in-training or junior engineer roles with the Montana Department of Transportation, NorthWestern Energy, or regional civil engineering firms that routinely hire new graduates. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early signals readiness and gives you an edge over candidates who have not yet sat for it. Internship or co-op experience with a Montana employer, even one semester, significantly improves your chances by demonstrating familiarity with local project conditions and regulatory requirements.
Where can I find and apply to engineering jobs in Montana?
You can find and apply to engineering jobs in Montana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and location preference, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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