Product Design Intern
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Summer 2026: Industrial Design Intern (May to August) at SharkNinja
Needham, Massachusetts, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Consumer Products, Home AppliancesIndustries
Requirements
- Passionate about blending design with function, beauty, and innovation in consumer products
- Curious, hands-on creator who thrives on innovation
- Available for full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA from May 2026 to August 2026 (no relocation or housing assistance)
Responsibilities
- Support 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 vision through to manufacturing
- Specify the full look and feel of a product (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 future products
- Elevate the Shark and Ninja brands by helping define their visual and tactile identity
Skills
Industrial Design
Product Design
CAD
Prototyping
Sketching
3D Modeling
Design Innovation
SharkNinja
Designs and manufactures high-performance home appliances
About SharkNinja
SharkNinja designs and manufactures home appliances and cleaning products that aim to make everyday tasks easier and more enjoyable. Their product range includes vacuum cleaners, kitchen appliances, and various household gadgets. These products are engineered to improve efficiency and quality of life for users. SharkNinja stands out from competitors by focusing on high-performance and reliable solutions, which consistently receive positive customer feedback. The company’s goal is to enhance consumer satisfaction and build long-term relationships, encouraging repeat purchases and brand loyalty.
Needham, AlabamaHeadquarters
1994Year Founded
$558.6MTotal Funding
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
