Spring 2027: Product Development Co-op, Shark (January through June)
About The Position
SharkNinja is seeking a Product Development Co-op for the Shark brand. The Product Development organization drives the global product roadmap from concept to shelf, with a focus on consumer needs and satisfaction. This role contributes to optimizing existing products and developing new products through consumer insights, working with cross-functional teams including engineering, industrial design, and commercial marketing. The co-op will support the post-purchase consumer journey by improving consumer-facing materials and product information, help define specifications for replacement components, and develop user-relevant product performance and experience targets. The position is based onsite in Needham, Massachusetts, from January through June 2027, and requires a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule onsite five days per week. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a related bachelor's or master's program, or graduated from such a program within the past year; the posting specifies a non-engineering discipline.
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week, onsite in Needham, Massachusetts, five days per week.
- Consumer-first perspective when introducing new products or processes or improving existing products.
- Ability to build relationships across multifunctional teams and strong interpersonal skills.
- Effective written and in-person communication skills, including presentations, email, hosting concise problem-solving conversations, and presenting to management at all levels.
- Strong project management skills, including prioritizing, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and staying organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment.
- Ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities, learn from decisions, and focus on the path forward.
Nice To Haves
- Previous use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Responsibilities
- Support Shark’s everyday business through the post-purchase consumer journey to help ensure a 5-star consumer experience.
- Contribute to optimizing and managing consumer-facing materials, including artwork assets and online content that helps consumers find product information and use self-service resources.
- Assist in defining and developing product specifications for replacement components, aligning consumer needs with efficient internal systems management.
- Develop user-relevant product performance and user-experience targets, including human factors, touchpoints, KPIs, and Consumer Satisfaction Indicators.
- Represent product targets and consumer needs to cross-functional teams of engineers, industrial designers, and commercial marketers.
- Act as a product expert for cross-functional team members’ questions and concerns.
- Assist with new product setups and product information management.
- Coordinate data and information for consumer research.
- Develop competitive landscapes and support related product development activities.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Health savings account (HSA) with company contribution
- Sick time
- Company holidays
- Employee product discount
- Product testing opportunities
- Referral bonuses
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Employee stock purchase options
- Wellness programs
- Learning programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Community events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
