Fall 2026: Product Development Co-op, Ninja (July to December)

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Collaborate with the Ninja Product Development team to launch innovative kitchen products and conduct consumer research that enhances market presence.

About Us 

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. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, 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.  

 

Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: 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.

This role: As a member of the Ninja Product Development team, you will bring together a creative product marketing role and technical outlook to our creative efforts to ensure that imaginative but credible solutions populate our ambitious product roadmap. This role will be part of our growing Ninja Product Development team, working on a variety of new innovative kitchen products. Alongside the rest of the product development team, you will help bring new innovative products to market.

Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

  • Partner with Product Development team members to help with the successful product launches of new and cutting-edge Ninja products
  • Collaborate with Brand Marketing and Creative teams on updates to product packaging, instruction guides, and more
  • Track our competitive landscape and providing analysis for areas of opportunity
  • Own item (SKU) creation and accessory development for Domestic & International product launches
  • Coordinate and execute of consumer research activities with internal and external testers in collaboration with Consumer Insights team
  • Track of findings and action items from consumer research and product reviews
  • Conduct ad-hoc analytical deep dives into consumer reviews – both Ninja products and competitors – to understand the consumer’s point of view
  • Monitor international line extension testing
  • Partner with Culinary team members to conduct KPI testing/product definition holder 
  • Partner with Engineering counterparts to support thermal mapping 
  • Prepare samples for retailer meetings

 ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

  • Education: Must be in the third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, currently enrolled in a master's program, or have graduated from such a program within the past year
  • Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days  per week onsite in Needham, MA
  • Proven experience through at least one prior internship or co-op, ideally in marketing or consumer products
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-motivated, energetic, and curious, with a strong desire to learn
  • Adaptable and flexible, with an entrepreneurial mindset
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly iterative environment
  • Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to independently own projects
  • Confident, outgoing communicator who asks thoughtful questions and shares ideas
  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
    • Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a “no delays” mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
    • Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapts to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
    • Details Make the Difference - Can coordinate timelines & deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency across all consumer-facing materials
    • Winning is a Team Sport - Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
    • Communicate for Impact - Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management

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!

Salary and Other Compensation: 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. 

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. 

Hourly Pay Range
$17$44 USD

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.  Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset 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.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.  

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. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

 

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 & Culture at [email protected]

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance.
  • Referral bonuses: Referral bonuses.

Ninja® is one of several house care brands developed by SharkNinja Operating LLC, a pioneer in small household appliances and cleaning solutions that fit the lifestyles of busy people. By providing highly functional, innovative products, SharkNinja has...

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