Fall 2026: Consumer Insights Co-op (July/August to December)
Work Period: July/August 2026 to December 2026
Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a minimum of 3 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: As a key member of our Consumer Insights team, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our products through strategic research and real-world impact. You’ll dive deep into both qualitative and quantitative data, uncovering the insights that drive innovation across SharkNinja’s brands. From planning and executing research studies to translating consumer feedback into product opportunities, you’ll gain hands-on experience at every stage of the research process. This is a unique opportunity to sharpen your analytical thinking, flex your curiosity, explore the product journey, and collaborate cross- functionally in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. If you're passionate about understanding people, energized by data, and excited to help build 5-star products that solve the unsolvable, we want to hear from you!
Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:
Analyze qualitative and quantitative research to uncover trends, insights, and innovation opportunities
Assist in developing and executing research plans that drive product and marketing decisions
Translate feedback—including unmet and latent needs—into clear recommendations for new products and features
Identify whitespace opportunities and customer pain points to guide product strategy
Collaborate cross-functionally to plan research and manage timelines and resources
Synthesize insights into compelling stories that influence brand, product, and executive strategy
Design and refine research tools (e.g., surveys, discussion guides) to support various initiatives
Monitor competitors and market trends to inform strategic positioning
Help build customer personas and journey maps to guide brand and UX strategy
Contribute to brainstorms with insight-driven ideas that fuel innovation
Develop a strong understanding of SharkNinja’s consumer-first approach and digital marketing culture
ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:
Education: Must be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s program
Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
Experience or coursework in market research, consumer insights, psychology, sociology, or related social sciences is strongly preferred
Naturally inquisitive, with a passion for uncovering consumer insights and behavioral trends
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Thrives in a dynamic, hands-on, fast-paced environment
Approaches uncertainty with confidence and consistently identifies opportunities to contribute
Recognizes and responds to the needs and expectations of both internal teams and external stakeholders
Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights, focusing on relevancy and impact opportunity
Cultivates trust and understanding with others by following through on commitments
Open-minded and eager to learn from both data and cross-functional perspectives
Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a “no delays” mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapts to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning.
Details Make the Difference - Can coordinate timelines & deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency across all consumer-facing materials
Winning is a Team Sport - Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships.
Communicate for Impact - Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management
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
$26—$35 USD