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Robotics Development Intern - Summer 2021

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Robotics Development Intern


We are looking for Engineering students to help us create the next generation of home robots! SharkNinja is new to the home robotics space and growing quickly. We want to make our robots smarter, more capable, and all around cooler!

 

You will work as part of the robotics team to ideate designs, make and test them in the lab, test them in the field, and will likely see your wok in a store near you within the year! We move quickly and are looking for Interns who are self-motivated, find new problems to solve, and work well with others.

 

Essential Functions

· Support the development of novel concepts and technologies for our next generation of products: using a combination of sketching, CAD layouts, 3-D models and working prototypes to evaluate potential solutions.

· Build test rigs in the lab while supporting the execution of verification and validation test plans.

· Inject energy, enthusiasm and creativity into everything you touch.

· Demonstrate integrity and honesty in the way you work

· Evaluate and improve designs for cost effectiveness, manufacturing improvements, increased quality and value, and cool factor

· Create experiences and artifacts that have never been

· Always design with the consumer in mind

· High-level understand of working with embedded systems

· High-level understanding of agile methodology

Attributes and Skills

· A natural and effective communicator capable of reducing abstract concepts to reality, and debugging reality

· Is naturally curious and relentlessly driven to find better solutions to everyday problems.

· Able to quickly generate visual and physical definitions of new products that convey key attributes of function and layout.

· Creativity and technical knowledge are crucial in this position.

· Works easily with other team members, takes on work collaboratively and outside of area of expertise

· Able to consider problems from many points of view, pursue multiple solutions without bias

· Reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

· Soldering skills are a plus but not necessary.

· High level understanding of motor controls

· Ability to self-learn


Education and Experience

· The ideal candidate will have completed 2+ years in an Engineering degree program, while maintaining a 3.0 (out of 4.0) GPA or better.

· Experience fabricating, assembling and testing prototypes

· Preference given to candidates with embedded programming experience

· Great communication skills – with technical and non-technical team members

· Self-starter, energetic, keen to learn

· Flexible in approach

· Candidates should have samples of design work, including sketch/work books demonstrating creative, problem-solving ability


At SharkNinja, 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 whilst they do. At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is 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 of our 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.

 

SharkNinja is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

At SharkNinja, 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 create the next big thing. We take a team approach to our projects, where everyone has a voice. We want individuals to push limits, look outside the box and think the unthinkable. With the explosive growth we have been experiencing, we’re looking for motivated individuals to join us on our exciting journey. People need to think big, move fast and want to make a significant impact. Are you ready?

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What are SharkNinja Perks + Benefits

SharkNinja Benefits Overview

All full time employees who work at least 30 hours per week or more are eligible for company benefits. These include several Medical plans, Dental, Vision, Health & Dependent Care FSA, HSA, company paid Life insurance, company paid AD&D, company paid Disability, Supplemental Life, Critical Illness, 401(k) & Company Match, Pet Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, generous Paid Parental Leave, Calm Premium, TaskHuman, Pre-Paid Legal Plan, generous Time Off, Charitable Matching, Associate Discount on SharkNinja products, Referral Bonuses, Onsite Gym, & Fitness Classes in our Needham office, Summer Friday’s, and much more.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
As part of our time off, you are eligible for 8 hours of paid volunteer time.
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
SharkNinja allows employees work remotely pending manager's discretion.
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Black Affinity Group, Women's WE Lead Affinity Group, Middle Eastern and North Africa Affinity Group, LGBTQ+ Affinity Group
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Group fitness classes in our Needham, MA location
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
SharkNinja matches 100% for the first 3% contributed and 50% for the next 2% for a total of 4%. You are eligible for matching on your first day of employment.
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
SharkNinja will match up to $500 of your charitable contributions.
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free daily meals
Fresh fruit and snacks available all days, free breakfast Friday's and free food trucks on Thursday in the summer
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Our associates working onsite enjoy breakfast on Friday!
Onsite office parking
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours

Additional Perks + Benefits

SharkNinja enjoys half day Fridays in August. Summer also bring Food Trucks and Ice Cream Thursdays. Associates also enjoy discounted products for family and friends, including our annual holiday sale.

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