Diesel Tech ThinkBIG Scholar Program - Internship & Degree

Butler Machinery; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarship opportunity

Paid internships

Job summary

Butler Machinery Co. invites high school juniors and seniors to apply for the ThinkBIG Diesel Technology program in North Dakota.

The two-year program combines classroom and lab education with paid internships at Butler stores, leading to an Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Technology. Graduates enter full-time roles starting at over $31.78/hour with career advancement opportunities across multiple states.

Qualifications

• Must have basic mechanical skills and a hands-on mindset.
• High School diploma or GED required at program start. Must be a junior or senior to apply.
• Must be 18 by the first internship and apply electronically through the website.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a minimum GPA of 3.0 while in the program.
• Works required internship hours (1,280 hours).
• Punctual for work and school commitments.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Works independently and in a team setting.
• Tuition, books, housing, tools, and fees not covered by scholarship.
• Secures housing at school and internship locations.
• Committed to lifelong learning and training to stay current.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Hands-on learner

Education

High School diploma or GED

Junior or Senior in HS to apply

Job description

Butler Machinery Co. invites high school juniors and seniors to apply for the ThinkBIG Diesel Technology program in North Dakota.

The two-year program combines classroom and lab education with paid internships at Butler stores, leading to an Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Technology. Graduates enter full-time roles starting at over $31.78/hour with career advancement opportunities across multiple states.