Fall 2026: Industrial Design Intern (September through December)

Ninjakitchen; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account (HSA) with company contribution

Employee product discount

Product testing opportunities

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ninjakitchen is seeking an Industrial Design Intern to join our dynamic Design team in Needham, MA. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the product development cycle, from concept to prototype. Interns will actively collaborate with cross-functional teams, pushing creative boundaries and crafting user-centered design solutions.

The ideal candidate is currently enrolled in an industrial design program, proficient in SolidWorks or Rhino, and ready to deliver meticulous design work in a fast-paced setting. Join us to elevate the SharkNinja brand through design.

Qualifications

• Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week onsite in Needham, MA.
• Confidence in creating product designs using SolidWorks or Rhino.
• Proficiency in visualizing ideas through high-quality 3D renderings.

Responsibilities

• Support Industrial Design and CMF leads on product launches.
• Translate consumer insights into user-centered design solutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering to deliver clean CAD files.

Skills

SolidWorks

Rhino

3D Rendering (Keyshot)

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Currently enrolled in an industrial design bachelor's or master’s program

Job description

Industrial Design Intern – 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 practice user‑centered design, push creative boundaries, and develop meaningful solutions that delight consumers both emotionally and functionally.

Early Talent Program

The early talent program is designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry and a fast‑paced professional environment. You’ll dive into meaningful projects that sharpen your skills, deepen your knowledge, and allow you to showcase your contributions to SharkNinja leaders.

Responsibilities

• 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—including 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, gaining firsthand experience solving for real‑world constraints—designing for performance, cost, and delight.

Qualifications & Attributes

• 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 them as a cover letter.

Compensation

The hourly salary range is $17 to $44 USD per hour. Factors such as geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications may affect starting pay within this range.

Benefits

Medical insurance, health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, sick time, company holidays, employee product discount, product testing opportunities, referral bonuses, and more.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

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 or 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 [e-mail].

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