Del Valle High School Security Programmer I Internship

For Seniors at Del Valle High School Only

Security Programmer Internship 

Why Pref-Tech?

Voted "Top Workplaces" by Austin American Statesman, 2 years in a row. We aim to make “family” a core reason we attract incredible people, retain them, and collectively deliver unequaled quality and service to customers.  If you are interested in a career path in technology, looking for real-world experience and skill development, all while making money this Summer, join a team who deeply desires to be the best in the world, prides itself on doing exceptional work and is willing to invest in you!

Dates of Internship:

Monday, June 2, 2025 - Friday, August 1, 2025. You must be available to work the full 9 weeks.

Work Hours: 

Our office hours are from Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 40 hours per week

Position Overview:

Pref-Tech’s Internships provide an opportunity for students who are currently Seniors at Del Valle High School. This internship is for those students who are interested in learning more about programming in the security integration industry. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by June 2nd, 2025. 

Interns will gain practical experience in security system programming support, IP addressing and access control and video camera configuration. The internship is onsite, at our Austin location - 3709 Promontory Point Dr., Suite 106. 

Department: Information Technology 

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Currently a Senior at Del Valle High School and at least 18 years of age as of June 2, 2025.


• Transportation to get to our Austin Office: 3709 Promontory Point Dr., Suite 106, M-F 8am-5pm.


• Good work ethic and academic achievement.


• Willingness to take on new challenges.


• Capacity to work collaboratively.


• Microsoft Office Products i.e. Excel


• Light programming - not required, will train. 


• Effectively communicates in oral and written formats.


• Solves problems accurately and efficiently.


• Shows initiative


• Good written and oral communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

An Intern may be required to perform any of the duties and responsibilities below (including but not limited to) the following:

• Work with the on-site team to get a sense of the day-to-day duties and responsibilities of the IT department.


• Become familiar with Company processes and operational techniques through completing required in-house training.


• Opportunity to shadow team members.


• Assist customers both internal and external with various requests for security system programming support. 
  


• Data entry


• IP addressing of cameras, intrusion, and access control devices.


• Security/Intrusion system programming of cameras, intrusion, and access control devices within the various platforms. (Genetec, Honeywell, Software House, DMP, Bosch, etc…)


• Assisting Project Technicians with Tier 1 Support for the following items:
  
  
  
  • Access Control Configuration/Troubleshooting
  
  
  • Video Camera Configuration/Troubleshooting
  
  
  
  


• Participate in all required company events including (but not limited to) orientation, onboarding, trainings, workshops, department or companywide meetings, mentorship activities, and offsite visits as requested or required.

Core Values:

• Understand, internalize, and represent our PGRIT core values:
  
  
  
  • Professionalism: Our expectations are high, we take great pride in our work, and we communicate well.
  
  
  • Grit: We thrive on challenges.  We do what it takes to get the job done.
  
  
  • Right: We know what right is and do it every time.
  
  
  • Intelligent Thought: We plan meticulously, execute decisively, and resolve issues effectively.
  
  
  • Trusted Advisors: We are experts. We continuously develop our knowledge and transfer that knowledge to each other, our customers, and our vendors.
  
  
  
  


• Fulfill our purpose statement with all decisions and actions:
  
  
  
  • Within a family culture, nurture and inspire our employees to creatively resolve customer pain using the highest level of craftsmanship and service.
  
  
  
  

Position Requirements:

• Must pass a drug screening and participate in the random drug screening program


• Must pass a background check and have no felony convictions


• Must be at least 18 years of age

Contact Information:

[email protected]

Additional Information:

Preferred Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to workforce diversity. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. We offer a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen.  All applications and resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted for an interview.