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Summer 2026: Product Design Engineering Intern, Advanced Development (May to August)

CompanySharkNinja
LocationNeedham
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Candidates will generate new product concepts with a user-centered approach and collaborate with cross-functional teams to define solutions that enhance user experience. They will also lead design studies and build quick prototypes to test user feedback.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$28 - $37
Company Size
3791
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company that creates 5-star rated lifestyle solutions through innovative products for consumers around the world. Known for its two billion-dollar brands, Shark and Ninja, SharkNinja has a proven track record of establishing leadership positions by disrupting numerous household product categories, including Cleaning, Cooking, Food Preparation and Other, which includes Home Environment and Beauty.
About the Role
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:280}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><p><strong>Work Period:</strong> May 2026 to August 2026</p> <p><strong>Location &amp; Schedule:</strong> This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position<em> </em>with 5 days&nbsp;per week onsite in Needham, MA<em>.</em>&nbsp; <strong>There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.</strong></p> <p><strong>Compensation Range: </strong>Ranges from $28/hr - $37/hr.<em>&nbsp;</em>Specific compensation is set according to a standardized scale aligned with your educational level at the time of hire.</p> <p><strong>Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: </strong>Built for early career talent. Geared toward impact. Driven by speed. Whether you're in a co-op or internship, our early talent program is designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry and a fast-paced professional environment. You’ll dive into meaningful projects and tasks that sharpen your skills and deepen your knowledge. Along the way, you’ll benefit from professional development opportunities, community events, and connections that make your experience well-rounded and enriching. Your time with us will culminate in an opportunity to showcase your contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders because this is a program for those ready to shape what’s next — fast.</p> <p><strong>This role: </strong>SharkNinja is seeking ambitious, creative, and highly skilled Industrial Design &amp; Mechanical Engineering enthusiasts to sit at the intersection of these roles as a Product Design Engineer with our advanced development teams. Candidates will work at the leading edge of product ideation, helping develop the next generation of user-centered, innovative products for our Shark and Ninja brands. This role emphasizes a balance between industrial design thinking and mechanical engineering skills, appealing to those passionate about translating open-ended, real-world challenges into meaningful solutions. Candidates should be equally comfortable ideating at the conceptual level, crafting quick user-focused prototypes, and iterating on designs with user testing and technical feedback.</p> <p><strong>Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Generate new product concepts with a user-centered approach, focusing on ergonomics, aesthetics, and functional innovation.</li> <li>Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define solutions that meet functional requirements while enhancing the user experience.</li> <li>Lead and participate in design studies to solve technical and user-experience challenges.</li> <li>Build and test quick turnaround, low fidelity prototypes, and be able to build key findings on user testing with them.</li> <li>Approach everyday design challenges with curiosity and resilience, driven to rethink and innovate.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;ATTRIBUTES &amp; SKILLS:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Education:</strong> Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, currently enrolled in a master’s program, or has graduated from either within the past year&nbsp;</li> <li>Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule<em> </em>with 5 days a week onsite in Needham, MA</li> <li>Has an academic focus on Industrial Design, Product Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with classes in industrial design, or a related field.</li> <li>Enthusiastic about user-centered product design, form, and function.</li> <li>Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhino) and basic prototyping tools including 3D printing.</li> <li>Hands-on experience building physical prototypes in various materials (e.g., plastic, metal) and familiarity with machine shop equipment.</li> <li>Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances (motors, sensors, PCBAs) is desirable.</li> <li>Experience with rapid prototyping tools like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other developer kits is a plus.</li> <li>Strong communicator who can convey ideas, concepts, and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.</li> <li>Strong intuition for mechanical engineering and physics principles, with an emphasis on applying this in product design, ergonomics, and human-centered engineering.</li> <li>Analytical and detail-oriented, with a creative approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.</li> <li>Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, a hands-on attitude, and commitment to developing elegant, innovative solutions that balance technical and user-focused design principles.</li> <li>Skilled at juggling multiple projects, with flexibility to pivot as needed while keeping sight of broader design objectives</li> </ul> <p><strong>Please note that, due to the high volume of applications for early talent roles, response times may vary depending on the specific role and timeline. Our team appreciates your patience!</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span data-teams="true"><strong>Salary and Other Compensation: </strong>The hourly salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-teams="true">The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, sick time, company holidays, employee product discount, product testing opportunities, referral bonuses, and more.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div class="title">Hourly Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$17</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$44 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><div> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Our Culture</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. &nbsp;</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What We Offer</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.&nbsp;</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We empower your personal and professional growth </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">To</span><span data-contrast="auto">gether, we won’t just launch products—</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">we’ll disrupt entire markets.</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Learn more about us:</span><span data-contrast="none">&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;<br><a href="https://sharkninja.com/dei"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sharkninja/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Life At SharkNinja</span></span></a> &nbsp;<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmRfBxyGu_mKl9SF12lM1NAIx-z07uLNQ"><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Outrageously Extraordinary</span></span></strong></a><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:120,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:336}">&nbsp;</span></p> </div> <div> <p data-start="88" data-end="129"><strong data-start="88" data-end="127">SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice</strong></p> <ul data-start="131" data-end="402"> <li data-start="131" data-end="224"> <p data-start="133" data-end="224">For candidates based in <strong data-start="157" data-end="172">all regions</strong>, please refer to this <a href="https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice.html">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p> </li> <li data-start="225" data-end="312"> <p data-start="227" data-end="312">For candidates based in <strong data-start="251" data-end="260">China</strong>, please refer to this <a href="https://www.sharkninja.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice-china.html">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p> </li> <li data-start="313" data-end="402"> <p data-start="315" data-end="402">For candidates based in <strong data-start="339" data-end="350">Vietnam</strong>, please refer to this <a href="https://www.sharkninja.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice-vietnam.html">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People &amp; Culture at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:accommodations@sharkninja.com">accommodations@sharkninja.com</a></em></span></p> </div></div>
Key Skills
Industrial DesignProduct Design EngineeringMechanical EngineeringUser-Centered DesignCAD SoftwarePrototyping3D PrintingMachine Shop EquipmentElectronicsRapid PrototypingCommunicationMechanical Engineering PrinciplesAnalytical SkillsDetail-OrientedCreative Problem SolvingProject Management
Benefits
Health InsuranceRetirement PlansPaid Time OffEmployee Stock Purchase OptionsWellness ProgramsProduct Discounts