Technical Intern (Summer 2026) at Parallel Technologies – Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Looking to get your start in the world of building technology and physical security systems? As a Technical Summer Intern at Parallel Technologies, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting real projects while rotating through key departments including Engineering (System Design and Estimation), Project Management, Programming, and Technical Sales. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, learn how projects move from concept to installation, and build practical skills that translate directly into future technical roles.

Our summer internship program is designed to help you grow, learn, and explore where your strengths fit best. Throughout the internship, you’ll complete meaningful assignments, receive mentorship from team members across the organization, and gain exposure to both office-based work and jobsite environments. The program lasts 12 weeks, with flexible start and end dates to meet the needs of your school and summer schedule.

Reports To: Director, Engineering Technology

Location: Eden Prairie, MN

Job Type: Summer Internship (Temporary, Full-time)

Compensation: $23.00-26.00/hour

Parallel Technologies is a security integrator headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. We design, install, and support integrated security and technology systems that help organizations protect people, secure property, and manage multiple buildings with confidence. From video surveillance and access control to intrusion detection, intercoms, and the infrastructure that connects it all, we bring systems together into one streamlined, easy-to-manage platform. We support organizations with single sites and large, multi-location portfolios, delivering consistent solutions wherever they operate.

Our work does not end at installation. Through our Managed Services program, we provide ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and strategic guidance to ensure systems continue to perform as organizations grow and evolve. We believe in accountability, collaboration, and long-term partnership. Our team is built on trust, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to delivering reliable solutions that make a measurable impact for the clients and communities we serve.

• Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Engineering, Construction Management, Information Technology, Computer Science, Networking, Cybersecurity, or a similar technical discipline

• Strong interest in pursuing a career in one of Parallel’s technical roles (Engineering, Project Management, Programming, or Technical Sales)

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass background, aptitude, & drug test

While performing the duties of this position, the intern is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use hands to operate standard office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, telephone, copier, and printer. The role may occasionally require lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds.

This is a temporary full-time internship position based primarily in a professional office setting with occasional visits to customer locations, often times in an unfinished construction zone. The standard workweek is 40 hours; however, flexibility may be required to meet project deadlines or support critical needs.

Regular, predictable, and reliable in person attendance is an essential function of this role.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.