Spring 2027:Technical Project Management Co-op (January to June)

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Needham, MA, USA
In-Office
27-36 Hourly
Entry level
Beauty • Robotics • Design • Appliances • Manufacturing
Positively impacting people’s lives every day in every home around the world.
The Role
Supports robotics technical program planning, firmware release coordination, beta testing operations, issue tracking, and cross-functional execution. Uses Jira, Confluence, Excel, Power BI, Amazon QuickSight, and related tools to manage workflows, analyze program data, develop dashboards, and communicate risks and progress. Coordinates hardware, firmware, software, data, quality, product, and operations teams while maintaining timelines, documentation, testing feedback, and issue resolution across technical workstreams.
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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.
Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a minimum of 5 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: The Technical Project Management Co-op will support the Robotics team in firmware releases coordination, beta testing operations, and program data analysis. This role focuses on driving alignment, tracking execution, and ensuring visibility across interconnected workstreams in a fast-paced, global environment. You will partner with engineering, quality, product, and operations teams to help translate technical requirements into actionable plans, maintain program structure, and enable teams to deliver on time. You will also help organize tester feedback, coordinate issue follow-up, and turn technical and testing data into clear, actionable updates. The right individual will bring a strong "can do" mindset, thrive in ambiguity, and be energized by connecting the dots across systems, teams, and timelines. The main work of this team is to ensure programs are structured, tracked, and executed effectively across a highly matrixed organization, supporting both new product development and ongoing product improvements.
Here are some of the exciting things you'll get to do:
  • Support end-to-end program planning, including defining scope, timelines, milestones, and dependencies across multiple technical workstream
  • Use Jira and Confluence to manage workflows, track progress, and maintain centralized, up-to-date project documentation
  • Support testing operations, including participant communications, survey coordination, feedback review, and issue follow-up.
  • Coordinate across hardware, firmware, software, and data teams to ensure alignment on deliverables and timelines
  • Support technical issue tracking and triage by documenting issues, coordinating with responsible teams, and tracking follow-up actions through resolution.
  • Support technical issue tracking and triage, helping to surface blockers and drive resolution paths
  • Develop dashboards and reports using AI, Excel, Power BI, Amazon QuickSight, or similar tools to provide visibility into program health, risks, and performance metrics
  • Assist in preparing clear, concise program updates and executive-ready presentations
  • Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency, transparency, and execution speed

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:
  • Education: Current student in a bachelor's or a master's program or within 1 year of graduation from a 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
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Prior experience with data visualization, reporting tools, or dashboard development; experience with Power BI, Amazon QuickSight, or similar tools preferred
  • Mandarin language fluency preferred
  • Hands-on experience or familiarity with Jira and Confluence preferred
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to track multiple priorities and follow through on assigned tasks
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support decision-making
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable updates
  • High attention to detail with a structured, process-oriented approach to problem solving
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and brings a strong "can do" attitude
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and work effectively across a matrixed, cross-functional environment
  • Foundational understanding of technical development processes across hardware and/or software systems
  • Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
  • Rarely Satisfied - Adopt a "no delays" mentality in delivering against market needs and timing
  • Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapt to achieve results
  • Details Make the Difference - Ensure accuracy and consistency across timelines, plans, and deliverables
  • Winning is a Team Sport - Build strong cross-functional relationships
  • Communicate for Impact - Deliver clear, effective communication to stakeholders at all levels

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
$27-$36 USD
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.
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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 [email protected]

Skills Required

  • Current student in a bachelor's or master's program, or within one year of graduating from a bachelor's or master's program
  • Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Available to work onsite in Needham, Massachusetts at least three days per week
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience with data visualization, reporting tools, or dashboard development
  • Experience with Power BI, Amazon QuickSight, or similar tools
  • Mandarin language fluency
  • Hands-on experience or familiarity with Jira and Confluence
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Analytical ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support decision-making
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts into actionable updates
  • High attention to detail and structured, process-oriented problem-solving approach
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable mindset
  • Ability to work effectively across ambiguous, matrixed, cross-functional environments
  • Foundational understanding of technical development processes across hardware or software systems

What the Team is Saying

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SharkNinja Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Health insurance is described as solid, with coverage options including PPOs and generally reasonable premiums. Feedback suggests this area consistently stands out as a relative strength.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer matching is offered, and the plan is often characterized as decent or industry-standard. This provides a stable backbone for long‑term savings alongside the core salary.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and backup child and eldercare days are part of the package. These offerings complement standard time off with practical family support.

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The Company
HQ: Needham, MA
4,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

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 4,000 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

Why Work With Us

Whether your passion is engineering, designing, marketing, or developing, at SharkNinja you’ll find we’re all about people. We work together to create world-class products that delight our consumers. Building an admired consumer products problem solving engine is hard; we do it better than others by operating differently.

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