Spring 2026: Product Design Engineering Co-op, Shark (January through June)
Spring 2026: Product Design Engineering Co-op, Shark (January through June)
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About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact peoples lives in homes around the world. 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 3600 associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.
Work Period: January 2026 through June 2026
Location & Schedule: This is a full-time 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days onsite in Needham MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.
Compensation Range: Ranges from $28/hr - $37/ compensation is set according to a standardized scale aligned with your educational level at the time of hire.
Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career talent. Geared toward impact. Driven by speed. Whether youre 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. Youll dive into meaningful projects and tasks that sharpen your skills and deepen your knowledge. Along the way youll 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 whats next fast.
This role: Are you energized by turning everyday frustrations into innovative product solutions Do you thrive in environments where design thinking meets real-world engineering Are you ready to be hands-on creative and technical all at once If so you could be a great fit for the Product Design Engineering Co-op Shark role at SharkNinja.
As a Product Design Engineering Co-opon the Shark team youll help define the future of home innovation across categories like floorcare haircare air purification and beyond. Sitting at the intersection of Industrial Design and Mechanical Engineering this role is designed for problem solvers who love transforming ambiguous challenges into thoughtful human-centered product experiences. Youll work alongside designers engineers and marketers to explore early-stage concepts prototype compelling ideas and build out the future of the Shark portfolio. If youre a proactive detail-oriented thinker whos passionate about crafting meaningful best-in-class products we want to hear from you!
Here are some of the EXCITING things youll get to do:
- Generate new product concepts with a user-centered approach focusing on ergonomics aesthetics and functional innovation.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define solutions that meet functional requirements while enhancing the user experience.
- Lead and participate in design studies to solve technical and user-experience challenges.
- Build and test quick turnaround low fidelity prototypes and be able to build key findings on user testing with them.
- Approach everyday design challenges with curiosity and resilience driven to rethink and innovate
ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:
- Education: Must be currently enrolled in a bachelors or masters 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 onsite in Needham MA
- Must have strong experience with CAD software (SolidWorks Creo or Rhino)
- Must have strong experience using basic prototyping tools (3D printing shop competency)
- Strong communicator who can convey ideas concepts and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong intuition for mechanical engineering and physics principles with an emphasis on applying this in product design ergonomics and human-centered engineering
- Analytical and detail-oriented with a creative approach to identifying and addressing potential issues
- Demonstrates intellectual curiosity a hands-on attitude and commitment to developing elegant innovative solutions that balance technical and user-focused design principles
- Skilled at juggling multiple projects with flexibility to pivot as needed while keeping sight of broader design objectives
- Enthusiastic about user-centered product design form and function
- Hands-on experience building physical prototypes in various materials (e.g. plastic metal) and familiarity with machine shop equipment
- Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances (motors sensors PCBAs) is desirable
- Experience with rapid prototyping tools like Arduino Raspberry Pi or other developer kits is a plus.
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!
Our Culture
At SharkNinja we dont just raise the barwe 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 youll 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 whats possible. When you join youre not just part of a companyyoure part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together we wont just launch productswell 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 SharkNinjas 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.
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Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
Employment Type
Hourly
