Spring 2026: Consumer Insights Intern (February to May)

SharkNinja • Needham, MA

44d • $26 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

This part-time Consumer Insights Intern will support quantitative and qualitative research to influence SharkNinja's development of 5-star products. The ideal candidate will be naturally inquisitive, have strong project management skills, interest in market research, and demonstrate strong strategic and critical thinking skills. He/she will work cross-functionally with a wide variety of data sources and stakeholders including Brand and Product Development.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an associate's, bachelor's, or master's program
• Must be able to work a part-time 15 to 16 hour/week schedule with either two 8-hour days or three 5-hour days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• The ideal candidate will have completed 2+ years in a social science degree program (e.g. psychology or sociology) or is a marketing major with an excellent academic record
• Naturally inquisitive
• Has strong project management skills.
• Builds understanding and trust with others by meeting commitments
• Identifies the needs & expectations of others (personal & business) and acts upon them.
• Leverages strong organizational and analytical skills to synthesize information from various sources focusing on relevancy and impact opportunity.
• Thrives in a hands-on, dynamic, agile environment.
• Effectively manages shifting priorities, resources.
• Understands that not all paths are defined and leverages his/ her experience to create" and add value.

Responsibilities

• Support and analyze qualitative and quantitative customer research for trends, insights, and new product development.
• Assist in the development, management, and execution of research plans.
• Translate feedback, including latent needs and dissatisfaction, into innovation recommendations.
• Identify potential unmet customer needs that form the basis for new product/feature offerings.
• Collaborate and plan customer research strategies and manage internal resources to successfully deliver on plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees