Spring 2027: Product Design Engineering Co-op, Ninja (January to June)

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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":280}"> </span></p>
<p>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. <strong>Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja</strong>, 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 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. </p>
<p><strong>AI at SharkNinja </strong></p>
<p>At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Work Period: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">January through June</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Location & Schedule:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position</span> <span data-contrast="none">with a minimum of 5</span><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="none">days </span><span data-contrast="none">per week onsite in </span><span data-contrast="none">Needham, MA</span><span data-contrast="none">.</span><span data-contrast="none">  </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":300}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Compensation Range: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">Ranges from</span><strong> </strong><span data-contrast="none">$30/hr - $36/hr.</span> <span data-contrast="none">Specific compensation is set according to a standardized scale aligned with your educational level at the time of hire.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":300}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">This role: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">Product Design Engineering </span><span data-contrast="none">Co-op, Ninja </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">Are you excited by the idea of building the future of home innovation? Do you thrive at the intersection of creativity and engineering? Are you ready to bring bold ideas to life through hands-on prototyping, user-first thinking, and technical problem-solving? </span><span data-contrast="none">If so, we invite you to learn more about the Product Design Engineering Co-op, Ninja </span><span data-contrast="none">role at SharkNinja.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As a Product Design Engineering Co-op on the Ninja team, you’ll join a passionate group of hybrid thinkers working at the earliest stages of product innovation. Sitting between Industrial Design and Mechanical Engineering, this role is perfect for those who love to sketch, build, test, and iterate—with the consumer always top of mind. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to imagine what’s next for Ninja, transforming insights into elegant, viable, and exciting product solutions. If you’re a creative thinker, curious builder, and motivated problem solver who enjoys translating real-world challenges into tangible design opportunities, we want to hear from you!</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"> Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Generate new product concepts with a user-centered approach, focusing on ergonomics, aesthetics, and functional innovation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define solutions that meet functional requirements while enhancing the user experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead and participate in design studies to solve technical and user-experience challenges.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Build and test quick turnaround, low fidelity prototypes, and be able to build key findings on user testing with them.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Approach everyday design challenges with curiosity and resilience, driven to rethink and innovate</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"> ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Education:</span></strong> Current student in a related bachelor's or master’s program or has graduated from such a program within the past year</li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule</span> <span data-contrast="none">with a minimum of 5</span><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="none">days </span><span data-contrast="none">per week onsite in </span><span data-contrast="none">Needham, MA.</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong communicator who can convey ideas, concepts, and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong intuition for mechanical engineering and physics principles, with an emphasis on applying this in product design, ergonomics, and human-centered engineering.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Analytical and detail-oriented, with a creative approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, a hands-on attitude, and commitment to developing elegant, innovative solutions that balance technical and user-focused design principles.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Skilled at juggling multiple projects, with flexibility to pivot as needed while keeping sight of broader design objectives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Enthusiastic about user-centered product design, form, and function.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Rhino) and basic prototyping tools (3D printing, shop competency).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Hands-on experience building physical prototypes in various materials (e.g., plastic, metal) and familiarity with machine shop equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Basic understanding of electronics and components commonly used in small appliances (motors, sensors, PCBAs) is desirable.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with rapid prototyping tools like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other developer kits is a plus.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">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!</span></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. </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. </span></p></div><div class="title">Hourly Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$27</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$40 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.  </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. </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"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":240}"> </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="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Learn more about us:</span><span data-contrast="none"> </span> <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>  <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="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":336}"> </span></p>
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