Fall 2026: Industrial Design Intern (September through December)

sharkninjaoperatingllc

Needham, MA, United States · Needham · United States

Posted Sep 16, 2025

Internship
On-site
10300 - Industrial Design

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Job description

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

AI at SharkNinja

At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.

Work Period: September 2026 through December 2026

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career talent. Geared toward impact. Driven by speed. Whether you're in a co-op or internship, our early talent program is designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry and a fast-paced professional environment. You’ll dive into meaningful projects and tasks that sharpen your skills and deepen your knowledge. Along the way, you’ll benefit from professional development opportunities, community events, and connections that make your experience well-rounded and enriching. Your time with us will culminate in an opportunity to showcase your contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders because this is a program for those ready to shape what’s next — fast.

This role: Are you passionate about blending design with function, beauty, and innovation? Are you ready to redefine what’s possible in consumer products, pushing the boundaries of form and function? If so, you could be a great fit for the Industrial Design Intern role at SharkNinja.

As an Industrial Design Intern, you’ll be embedded within our award-winning, cross-disciplinary Design team, gaining hands-on experience in all phases of the product development cycle—from early-stage research and concepting to final CAD and prototyping. Working closely with Design, Engineering, and Marketing teams, you’ll contribute to the visual and tactile identity of Shark and Ninja products that people use every day. In this role, you can expect to practice user-centered design, push creative boundaries, and develop meaningful solutions that delight consumers both emotionally and functionally. If you’re a curious, hands-on creator who thrives on innovation and wants to make a positive impact in the consumer’s everyday life, we want to hear from you!

Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

Support our Industrial Design and CMF leads on real product launches—from brainstorming to market.
Translate consumer insights into bold, user-centered design solutions that are both functional and emotionally impactful.
Bring ideas to life through compelling sketches, illustrations, and high-fidelity renderings that inspire cross-functional teams.
Create presentation-ready visuals and storytelling assets that influence design decisions at the highest level.
Build visual and functional prototypes that help test ideas and push boundaries.
Collaborate with Engineering to deliver clean, production-ready CAD files that carry your vision through to manufacturing.
Specify the full look and feel of a product (i.e surface finishes, color, material, texture, and branding) down to the finest detail.
Contribute to a multi-disciplinary team where marketing, UX, and industrial design converge.
Explore emerging trends, new materials, and future-forward aesthetics to inform what comes next.
Elevate the Shark and Ninja brands by helping define the design language of tomorrow’s hero products.
Immerse yourself in the full product development cycle and gain firsthand experience solving for real-world constraints—designing for performance, cost, and delight

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

Education: Must be currently enrolled in an industrial design bachelor’s or master’s program
Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
Create product designs using SolidWorks or Rhino with confidence and precision
Visualize ideas through high-quality 3D renderings in tools like Keyshot to bring concepts to life for cross-functional teams
Deliver meticulous attention to detail, even under tight deadlines
Thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift and precision matters
Plan and manage multiple projects with focus and flexibility
Familiarity with mechanical engineering and part design
Combine analytical thinking with creative energy to propose innovative, real-world solutions
An original portfolio of creative work that clearly demonstrates a product development process
Collaborate naturally and bring positive energy to every brainstorm, critique, and prototype
Stay curious and forward-thinking, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in design, materials, and user experience

SAMPLES REQUIRED:

In addition to a resume, please provide samples of your work.
You can link samples in your resume or add as “cover letter”.

Please note that, due to the high volume of applications for early talent roles, response times may vary depending on the specific role and timeline. Our team appreciates your patience!

Salary and Other Compensation: The hourly salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, sick time, company holidays, employee product discount, product testing opportunities, referral bonuses, and more.

Hourly Pay Range

$17—$44 USD

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary

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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com