Summer 2026 UX Design Intern (May to August)

Needham, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 26 - 35

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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: May 2026 to August 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 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: Were looking for a UX Design Intern to join our award-winning cross-disciplinary Design team at SharkNinja! In this role youll get hands-on experience designing seamless user-friendly app experiences that connect consumers with our Shark and Ninja products. Youll work closely with colleagues across the UX ID Engineering and Marketing to drive intuitive engaging and delightful app experiences that elevate and enhance our hardware products. If youre a curious creative problem-solver who loves combining research design prototyping and technology to solve real world problems and make customers lives better we want to hear from you!

Here are some of the EXCITING things youll get to do:

Translate user research and consumer insights into bold user-centered digital solutions that are both functional and engaging.
Create presentation-ready visuals and storytelling assets that influence design decisions at the highest level.
Build interactive prototypes to test concepts gather feedback and refine user experiences.
Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams to ensure designs are implementable and maintain visual and functional integrity.
Define the look and feel of app experiences including interface elements color schemes typography and branding.
Contribute to a multi-disciplinary team where UX UI and product design converge.
Elevate the Shark and Ninja brands by helping to define the connected experience next-generation hardware products.
Immerse yourself in the full UX/UI design process and gain firsthand experience solving real-world user challenges.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

Education: Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelors program or currently enrolled in a masters or doctorate program
Must be able to work a full-time 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 daysper week onsite in Needham MA
An original portfolio of UX/UI product-oriented work that clearly demonstrates a product development process
Deliver meticulous attention to detail even under tight deadlines
Thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift and precision matters
Plan and manage multiple projects with focus and flexibility
Combine analytical thinking with creative energy to propose innovative real-world solutions
Collaborate naturally and bring positive energy to every brainstorm critique and prototype
Stay curious and forward-thinking pushing the boundaries of whats possible in design materials and user experience

SAMPLES REQUIRED:

In addition to a resume please provide samples of your work.
You can link samples in your resume or add as cover letter.

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

$26 - $35 USD

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.

Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary

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Required Experience:

Intern

About UsSharkNinja 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 ...