Summer 2026: Product Development Intern, Ninja

Summer 2026: Product Development Intern, Ninja (May to August)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: May 2026 to August 2026Location & 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.Compensation Range: Ranges from $26/hr - $35/hr. Specific 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 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: We are seeking candidates for our Product Development Intern, Ninja role. The ideal hires will thrive in a creative, dynamic work environment. As a member of the 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 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 productsAid Product Developers with maintaining their businesses through:Collaborate with Brand Marketing and Creative teams on updates to product packaging, instruction guides, and moreTrack our competitive landscape and providing analysis for areas of opportunityOwn item (SKU) creation and accessory development for Domestic & International product launchesCoordinate and execute of consumer research activities with internal and external testers in collaboration with Consumer Insights teamTrack of findings and action items from consumer research and product reviewsConduct ad-hoc analytical deep dives into consumer reviews both Ninja products and competitors to understand the consumer's point of viewAid Product Developers with technical needs through:Monitor international line extension testingPartner with Culinary team members to conduct KPI testing/product definition holderPartner with Engineering counterparts to support thermal mappingPrepare samples for retailer meetingsAttributes & Skills:Education: Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's programMust be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MAThe ideal candidate will have completed at least one prior internship or co-op in a marketing or consumer products roleGreat communication skillsSelf-starter, energetic, keen to learnFlexible in approachAn entrepreneurial mindsetSomeone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly iterative environmentA collaborative team player who has strong communication and interpersonal skills, while also having the ability to sprint on "individual" projects.You should be eager to learn and ask questions. Outgoing verbally and willing to voice your opinionYou need to be able to manage multiple projects and tasks at once while meeting assigned deadlinesPlease 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 patienceOur Culture: At SharkNinja, we don't 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, 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 companyyou're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch productswe'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.