Spring 2027: Product Strategy & Development Co-Op (January to June)

Digitailor; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

SharkNinja invites motivated undergraduates in business or related fields to join our Product Development team as a Co-op for Spring 2027 in Needham, MA. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional partners to explore new product opportunities and elevate consumer experiences.

You’ll help conduct market research, analyze ROI, and assist in shaping strategy and product specifications from ideation through launch, with a focus on delivering a 5-star experience.

Qualifications

• Roles: In the penultimate year of a degree in business administration, commerce, or a related field of study.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior leaders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to bring forward new ideas and help evaluate opportunities.
• Identify and quantify value creation opportunities, evaluate ROI, and build financial models to gain buy-in.
• Prepare strategy reviews and decisions that require alignment for the executive leadership team.
• Support partnerships that advance new product development and value proposition evolution.
• Assist with product development from ideation through launch and help define product specifications linked to consumer needs.

Education

Penultimate year of a degree in business administration, commerce, or related field

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. Product Strategy & Development Co-op Category: Product Development 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. Roles: In the penultimate year of a degree in business administration, commerce, or a related field of study. Terms: Co-op: Spring 2027 Overview At SharkNinja, we don’t just build products—we create consumer-first experiences that delight millions of customers around the world. The Product Development organization within SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through the constant lens of the consumer. We are the “Product CEOs” and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive business results. We are comprised of individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds, from product marketing managers to consumer-focused engineers – but we all have one thing in common: we’re consistently striving to deliver a 5-star experience for every customer on every product we bring to market. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll work closely with senior leaders, product owners, and cross-functional teams across the organization to bring forward new ideas and help us rapidly evaluate and execute new opportunities. Strategy Identify new and emerging category opportunities, conduct research and analysis including competitive benchmarking, and present recommendations to senior leadership. Define assessment approaches and evaluate strategic options for new product and market entry. Identify and quantify value creation opportunities, evaluate ROI, and build financial models and business plans to gain buy-in. Prepare strategy reviews and decisions that require alignment for the executive leadership team. Support partnership pursuits that advance new product development and value proposition evolution. Product Identify and drive product improvements and optimizations, conduct user research, and partner with Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and other cross-functional teams to roll these product enhancements out to ensure a continued 5-star experience Partner with leaders from across Product Development and the wider business to develop short- and long-term strategic plans and roadmaps. Assist with new product development from ideation phase through product launch Help define, develop, and iterate product specifications, connecting consumer wants/needs, white space in the market, and product technologies as the primary consumer advocate.

What We’Re Looking For