Spring 2027: Geo Expansion Co-op (January to June)
About The Position
The Geo Expansion Co-op is a full-time early-career role supporting product roadmap planning and commercialization readiness across LATAM and EMEA. The co-op will help SharkNinja enter new markets and scale its consumer products internationally by collaborating with Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Brand, and Creative teams, as well as international distributors. The work period is January 2027 through June 2027. The position is based in Needham, Massachusetts, with at least three onsite days per week and the remaining days remote. It requires 40 hours per week and offers an hourly pay range stated in the posting as $26–$35, with starting compensation determined by a standardized scale aligned with educational level and other factors. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. The co-op will gain exposure to global strategy through category and consumer research, competitive analysis, product and marketing localization, distributor collaboration, and commercialization support. The role is part of SharkNinja’s Early Edge Experience, which provides meaningful project work, professional development, community events, industry exposure, and an opportunity to present contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders.
Requirements
- Be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s program.
- Be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with a minimum of three days per week onsite in Needham, Massachusetts.
- Bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using critical thinking to drive informed, action-oriented decisions.
- Communicate effectively in English.
- Demonstrate high attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and competitive analysis.
- Take initiative with a self-starter mindset and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel, for reporting and presentations.
- Adapt quickly, learn through action, and embrace ambiguity and challenges.
- Collaborate in a flexible, fast-paced environment that values precision and teamwork.
- Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively while meeting or exceeding deadlines.
- Communicate clearly, professionally, and directly across cross-functional and global teams.
Nice To Haves
- Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.
- Strong understanding of and enthusiasm for SharkNinja’s global go-to-market strategy.
- Curiosity, resourcefulness, and an ongoing interest in improving how work is done.
Responsibilities
- Develop an understanding of international floorcare, kitchen appliance, and beauty categories in LATAM and EMEA markets.
- Understand target consumers in each country to support distributor growth strategies.
- Collaborate with Product Development, Brand, and Creative teams to streamline sharing of marketing and commercialization assets.
- Support the creation of localized products, packaging, and marketing for LATAM and EMEA regions.
- Build collaborative relationships with international distributors to grow SharkNinja brands globally.
- Coordinate and track product sample orders for Geo Expansion partners.
- Conduct competitive analyses in key global markets and present insights to the team.
- Support leadership with special projects and additional responsibilities as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance and health insurance.
- Health savings account (HSA) with company contribution.
- Sick time and company holidays.
- Employee product discounts.
- Product testing opportunities.
- Referral bonuses.
- Retirement plans.
- Paid time off.
- Employee stock purchase options.
- Wellness programs.
- Learning and professional development programs.
- Community events and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
