SharkNinja
Fall 2025: Ninja Test Kitchen Co-op (Late July through December)
Job Posted 5 Days Ago
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The intern will assist in product development by collaborating with food scientists, conducting product testing, and creating recipes for new cooking appliances.
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 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Our purpose is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high-quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop while they do.
**Please note this role is for a Fall (July to December) co-op or post-graduate internship.
The Ninja Test Kitchen (NTK) is looking for food-passionate and detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a creative and dynamic work environment. As a member of NTK, you will play a key role in defining new product development, product design, and brand story development. The intern will provide a unique, food-first point of view for the development of new products and recipes across our ambitious product roadmap.
Specifically, this position will be responsible for: • Partnering with our food scientists and research chefs to help with the successful product launches of new and cutting-edge products like our popular air fryers, coffee and espresso makers, Creami ice cream maker, grills and griddles, and more!• Conducting culinary exploration on new products, competitors, and existing SKUs to build excitement around marketing and product strategy.• Crafting hero recipes and pushing the limits of what's possible on new-to-the world appliances.• Conducting rigorous product testing, bringing a research mindset to performance evaluation of Ninja products.• Meticulously recording and reporting on test results and clearly communicating with key stakeholders• Assisting in the execution of guest chef summits and gathering expert feedback• Attending internal and external events, as needed
Qualities we are looking for:• An entrepreneurial mindset - you take ownership, drive projects forward and think creatively to bring the best products to market.• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on, highly iterative environment• Collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills, but also has the ability to dig to find answers to questions on more "individual" projects? We want you!• Eager to learn and ask questions and willing to voice your opinion• Able to manage multiple projects and tasks at once while meeting assigned deadlines• Positive spirit and willingness to have fun at work!
Education and Experience• Final year in Culinary Science, Culinology, Food Science or Product Development programs• Restaurant or food service experience is a plus• Prior internship experience a plus
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
SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/
For candidates based in China, please visit: https://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/china/
For candidates based in Vietnam, please visit: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/vietnam/
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
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 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Our purpose is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high-quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop while they do.
**Please note this role is for a Fall (July to December) co-op or post-graduate internship.
The Ninja Test Kitchen (NTK) is looking for food-passionate and detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a creative and dynamic work environment. As a member of NTK, you will play a key role in defining new product development, product design, and brand story development. The intern will provide a unique, food-first point of view for the development of new products and recipes across our ambitious product roadmap.
Specifically, this position will be responsible for: • Partnering with our food scientists and research chefs to help with the successful product launches of new and cutting-edge products like our popular air fryers, coffee and espresso makers, Creami ice cream maker, grills and griddles, and more!• Conducting culinary exploration on new products, competitors, and existing SKUs to build excitement around marketing and product strategy.• Crafting hero recipes and pushing the limits of what's possible on new-to-the world appliances.• Conducting rigorous product testing, bringing a research mindset to performance evaluation of Ninja products.• Meticulously recording and reporting on test results and clearly communicating with key stakeholders• Assisting in the execution of guest chef summits and gathering expert feedback• Attending internal and external events, as needed
Qualities we are looking for:• An entrepreneurial mindset - you take ownership, drive projects forward and think creatively to bring the best products to market.• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on, highly iterative environment• Collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills, but also has the ability to dig to find answers to questions on more "individual" projects? We want you!• Eager to learn and ask questions and willing to voice your opinion• Able to manage multiple projects and tasks at once while meeting assigned deadlines• Positive spirit and willingness to have fun at work!
Education and Experience• Final year in Culinary Science, Culinology, Food Science or Product Development programs• Restaurant or food service experience is a plus• Prior internship experience a plus
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
SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/
For candidates based in China, please visit: https://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/china/
For candidates based in Vietnam, please visit: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/vietnam/
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
Top Skills
Culinary Science
Culinology
Food Science
Product Development
SharkNinja Needham, Massachusetts, USA Office
89 A Street, Needham, MA, United States, 02494
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