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Spring 2026: Product Development Co-op, Shark (February to July)

CompanySharkNinja
LocationNeedham
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Product Development Co-op will support Shark's business by enhancing the consumer experience post-purchase and contribute to the product development process. This includes defining product specifications and assisting with new product setups and consumer research.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$26 - $35
Company Size
3831
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> February 2026 to July 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. <strong>There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.</strong></p> <p><strong>Compensation Range: </strong>Ranges from<strong> </strong>$26/hr - $35/hr<em>. </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:&nbsp;</strong>We are looking for a passionate Product Development Co-op<em>, </em>Shark. The Product Development organization within SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through the constant lens of the consumer. We are the “product CEOs” and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive business results. We are comprised of individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds, from product marketing managers to consumer-focused engineers – but we all have one thing in common: we’re consistently striving to deliver a 5-star experience for every customer on every product we bring to market.</p> <p>This unique role is part of our team dedicated to positively impacting consumers' lives worldwide. You'll contribute to enhancing and optimizing our existing product lines while playing a critical role in insights-driven new product development across the organization.</p> <p><strong>Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support Shark’s everyday business through the lens of the post-purchase consumer journey to ensure a 5-star experience once consumers have our products in their homes. You will contribute to the product development process (optimization and management) of consumer-facing materials such as artwork assets and online content that supports self-service and ease in terms of finding product information.</li> <li>Assist in the definition and development of product specifications relating to replacement components, marrying consumer wants/needs and creating efficiencies in how we manage these components in our internal systems.</li> <li>Develop user-relevant design targets for product performance and user experience (human factors, touchpoints, KPIs, and Consumer Satisfaction Indicators) – and act as the beacon of these targets to the cross-functional team of engineers, industrial designers, and commercial marketers</li> <li>Act as a product “expert” for cross-functional team member questions and concerns</li> <li>Assist with new product setups and product information management, coordination of data/information for consumer research, development of competitive landscapes, and more</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;ATTRIBUTES &amp; SKILLS:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Education:</strong><em> </em>Must be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or have graduated within the past yea<em>r</em></li> <li>Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule<em> </em>with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA.</li> <li>A “100% on” consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products/processes or improving current products</li> <li>A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills</li> <li>Highly-effective communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and in-person (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management)</li> <li>Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment</li> <li>The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward</li> <li>Previous use of the Microsoft Suite of products (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook) is preferred</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><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
Project ManagementCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsConsumer-Focused PerspectiveRelationship BuildingMicrosoft Suite Proficiency
Categories
EngineeringMarketingCustomer Service & SupportCreative & MediaManufacturing
Benefits
Medical InsuranceHealth Savings AccountSick TimeCompany HolidaysEmployee Product DiscountProduct Testing OpportunitiesReferral Bonuses