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

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SharkNinja is hiring a full-time Environmental Health & Safety Co-op for January through June 2027. The position is based onsite five days per week in Needham, Massachusetts, and involves a 40-hour workweek. No relocation or housing assistance is available. The co-op will support the development and execution of EHS initiatives across SharkNinja facilities. The role offers hands-on experience with safety inspections, risk assessments, compliance efforts, and safety programs. It is intended for students in Safety Management, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related fields who want to apply academic knowledge in a professional environment. The co-op is part of SharkNinja’s Early Edge Experience, a program for early-career talent that includes meaningful projects, professional development, community events, and opportunities to present contributions and learnings to company leaders. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or have graduated within the past year.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or have graduated within the past year.
Must be able to work full time, 40 hours per week, onsite five days per week in Needham, Massachusetts.
Strong understanding of core EHS principles and familiarity with safety regulations such as OSHA and EPA.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to share insights and contribute in team settings.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.
Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and willingness to learn their real-world applications.
Curiosity and ability to learn about industrial processes and workplace safety protocols.
Positive, team-first attitude and a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
Demonstrates the company’s stated success drivers: urgency, progress over perfection, attention to detail, teamwork, and communication for impact.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data visualization tools.
Safety-focused coursework, laboratory experience, 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 solutions.
Support the planning and delivery of safety training sessions.
Research industry best practices and regulatory standards to strengthen compliance and EHS strategy.
Maintain safety records and documentation in accordance with OSHA and internal protocols.
Assist with incident investigations and near-miss reporting, including reports and corrective action plans.
Collaborate across departments to promote 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.