Internship MDT Mechanic

Montana Department of Transportation; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation Havre shop is offering a Mechanic Intern position for Fall 2026 (October–December). The intern will assist with maintenance and repair of machinery, lubricate and diagnose equipment, and keep service records while working around class schedules.

Applicants must be enrolled at MSU Northern studying mechanics, machining, welding or fabrication and have at least 30 credit hours by the end of fall 2026. A resume and a cover letter are required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Student must be enrolled at MSU Northern studying mechanics, machining, welding or fabrication.
• Must have 30 minimum credit hours by end of fall semester 2026.
• Resume detailing qualifications and a cover letter required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and repair of machinery & mechanical equipment (automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment)
• Adjust, diagnose, and replace nonfunctional parts of devices and control instruments
• Replace worn or defective parts
• Repair and replace tires on vehicles and equipment
• Lubricate and clean parts
• Perform some minor repairs without Supervision
• Keep electronic records of time and materials, service equipment, and maintains preventive maintenance service records
• Utilizes Equipment Vehicle Maintenance Management System (EVMMS) to process work orders and update vehicle repair records
• Cleans shop area, including general janitorial work, grounds and building maintenance, and snow removal

Skills

Basic hand tools

Education

MSU Northern student in mechanics/machining/welding/fabrication with 30 credits by fall 2026

Job description

MDT Internship Program provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of problem solving, innovation and teamwork. Interns engage in Montana's transportation projects that have a direct impact on Montana's traveling public! Interns will collaborate with area experts and gain invaluable hands-on experience. Our internships focus on training and integrating the interns into our current workforce of over 2,000 people across Montana who are all providing a vital role to ensure everyone arrives at their destination safely.

Recruiting for one Mechanic Intern. Student is required to be currently attending MSU Northern to be hired from this posting; intern will work out of the MDT Havre shop for the fall of 2026 (October- December). Intern will work variable hours around their class schedule.

Duties

• Assist with maintenance and repair of machinery & mechanical equipment (automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment)
• Adjust, diagnose, and replace nonfunctional parts of devices and control instruments
• Replace worn or defective parts
• Repair and replace tires on vehicles and equipment
• Lubricate and clean parts
• Perform some minor repairs without Supervision
• Keep electronic records of time and materials, service equipment, and maintains preventive maintenance service records
• Utilizes Equipment Vehicle Maintenance Management System (EVMMS) to process work orders and update vehicle repair records
• Cleans shop area, including general janitorial work, grounds and building maintenance, and snow removal

Tools & Equipment

• Basic hand tools
• Operational knowledge of parts washer, high pressure washer, forklift, pickup, tire tools, vehicle parts, measuring gauges and instruments, computers, electronic and other diagnostic equipment

Physical Demands

• Must be able to perform physical activity in lifting (greater than 50 pounds), carrying, and/or operating tools, equipment, and materials

Time Frame

• Oct - Dec 2026

Required Education And Experience

• Student must be currently enrolled and attending MSU Northern studying mechanics, machining, welding or fabrication. Student required to have 30 minimum credit hours by the end of fall semester 2026.

Required Application Materials

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.