Spring 2027: Environmental Health & Safety Co-op (January to June)

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

4d•$26 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

SharkNinja is hiring an Environmental Health & Safety Co-op for January through June 2027. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role based onsite five days per week in Needham, Massachusetts. Relocation and housing assistance are not provided. The co-op will support the development and execution of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives across SharkNinja facilities. The role offers hands-on experience with safety inspections, risk assessments, compliance efforts, and safety programs designed to protect employees and workplaces. It is intended for students in Safety Management, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related fields who want to apply their academic knowledge in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. The SharkNinja Early Edge Experience provides early-career participants with meaningful projects, professional development opportunities, community events, and connections across the company. Participants will have an opportunity to present their contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders. SharkNinja describes its culture as AI-native and encourages employees to experiment with new tools and continuously improve their work.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or graduated within the past year.
Able to work full time, 40 hours per week, onsite five days per week in Needham, Massachusetts.
Passionate about building safe, healthy, and compliant work environments.
Strong understanding of core EHS principles and familiarity with safety regulations such as OSHA and EPA requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence sharing insights and contributing in team settings.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.
Able to work independently and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Familiar with risk assessment methodologies and eager to learn their real-world applications.
Curious and quick to learn about industrial processes and workplace safety protocols.
Positive, team-first attitude with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
Able to coordinate timelines and deliverables accurately, build cross-functional relationships, and deliver effective presentations to all levels of management.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data visualization tools.
Safety-focused coursework, laboratory work, or previous internships.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Participate in workplace inspections and safety audits, identify potential risks, and recommend actionable solutions.
Support the planning and delivery of safety training sessions.
Research industry best practices and regulatory standards to strengthen compliance and EHS strategy.
Maintain accurate safety records and documentation to support compliance with OSHA and internal protocols.
Assist with incident investigations and near-miss reporting, including preparing detailed reports and corrective action plans.
Collaborate across departments to build a proactive, people-first safety culture.
Participate in safety meetings and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
Provide administrative and operational support to the EHS team on projects and daily initiatives.