Spring 2027: Ninja Test Kitchen Co-op (January through June)

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

SharkNinja is seeking a Ninja Test Kitchen Co-op to support food-first product and recipe development. As part of the Ninja Test Kitchen, the co-op will collaborate with chefs, designers, engineers, food scientists, and research chefs to help shape product functionality, culinary storytelling, and recipe testing across SharkNinja’s product portfolio. The role offers hands-on exposure to the end-to-end product development process and the opportunity to contribute culinary ideas to home-cooking products and experiences. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position based onsite five days per week in Needham, Massachusetts, from January through June 2027. The posting gives a compensation range of $28–$34 per hour in the role details and a separate hourly range of $26–$35 in the compensation section. Pay is set according to a standardized scale aligned with educational level and may also be affected by geography, skills, experience, and other qualifications. Relocation and housing assistance are not provided. The early talent program also includes professional development, community events, connections, and an opportunity to present contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders.

Requirements

Be a current student in a related bachelor's or master’s program, or have graduated from such a program within the past year.
Be able to work full time, 40 hours per week, onsite five days per week in Needham, Massachusetts.
Apply culinary education and a passion for food to real-world product development.
Show an entrepreneurial mindset, ownership, and creative thinking.
Adapt quickly in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Collaborate across teams with strong interpersonal and communication skills, while taking initiative on independent projects.
Ask thoughtful questions, seek feedback, and share perspectives confidently.
Manage multiple priorities with strong time management and attention to detail.
Bring a positive attitude and team-first energy.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in food service, recipe testing, or culinary research and development.

Responsibilities

Partner with food scientists and research chefs to support the launch of innovative products, including Ninja Creami, Crispi, and Luxe Cafe.
Explore new and existing products through culinary testing and competitive research to inform product and marketing strategies.
Develop and test hero recipes that demonstrate the capabilities of Ninja appliances.
Conduct hands-on product testing to evaluate performance, quality, and user experience.
Record test results clearly and accurately and communicate key findings to cross-functional teams.
Support guest chef summits and gather feedback from culinary professionals.
Participate in internal and external brand events that showcase Ninja’s food-first innovation.
Contribute culinary ideas throughout the end-to-end product development process.