What is BillingsWorks?
BillingsWorks is a local workforce development collaboration hosted by Big Sky Economic Development and supported by members of a steering committee and over 80 public and private businesses. Workforce Development continues to be a strategic priority for Big Sky Economic Development and its many partners for our community and region.
What does BillingsWorks Hope to Achieve?
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Collaboration and Partnership Accountability |
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Talent Attraction & Retention |
Develop Your Workforce
Student interns and apprentices gain invaluable training and often become productive long-term employees for the company that invests in them through internships and other learning opportunities.
Yellowstone County Summer Jobs
Ages 16–19 | Paid Summer Employment
Build real-world skills, expand your network, and boost your resume. This program connects youth with local employers for meaningful paid work experiences.
Campus Billings
College Student Internship Engagement
Designed to help interns learn about Billings. Campus Billings includes tours, networking, and activities that connect students to each other, to the community and help retain top talent after graduation.
High School Programming & Career Pathways
Hands-on career exploration through real-world experiences.
- SD2 Industry Days – Students tour local businesses to explore career opportunities.
- Careers in Healthcare Student Summit – Explore clinical and administrative careers in healthcare. This interactive event helps high school students learn about the wide range of jobs in the healthcare industry and connects them with the education and training pathways to get there — to help them get started on a future in healthcare.
- Immersion Day – A behind-the-scenes look at industries, tailored to student interests and local workforce needs.
Additional Opportunities & Partner Programs
- Build Montana – Construction and trades-focused career exploration.
- Internships – Connect with talent through programs offered at:
- Registered Apprenticeships – Learn more about Montana’s Apprenticeship Programs.
Employer Talent Recruitment Resources
Recruiting great talent to join your organization is one of the most important challenges you have. BillingsWorks is here to help. We have created a Recruiter Toolkit full of additional resources that you can utilize to attract the best and brightest employees. Please put these valuable tools to work for you as you search for great people to strengthen your team.
Cost of Living Calculator
Living your best life in Billings is more attainable with no sales tax, allowing you to enjoy Montana’s City while keeping more money in your pocket.
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Discover Billings’ Leading Industries
As the economic heart of Montana, Billings hosts a vibrant mix of industries and employers.
With the largest population center within a 500-mile radius, Billings naturally serves as a regional hub for essential services and amenities. Here, industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and education flourish, creating a dynamic environment for growth and opportunity.
Use our interactive map to dive into Billings’ top industries and explore the companies that proudly make this city their home. Wherever you are in your career, opportunity awaits in Billings.
Billings is Montana’s City
An economic powerhouse fueling growth across the state.
Ask a BOIB Ambassador
Our ambassadors are a tremendous resource for information about all things Billings. These official representatives of our community are ready to answer your questions about life and business here. They’ve kindly volunteered their email addresses for you to reach out to them directly.
Contacts
BillingsWorks Manager
Shaye Metcalf
406-318-7673
Email