Fall CORE Quality Engineering Co-op

Overview

About Us Shark Ninja 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. 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.

Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026.
Location &

Schedule:

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a minimum of 4 days per week onsite in Needham, MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Join the Shark Ninja Early Edge

Experience:

Built for early career talent. A program designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work on meaningful projects, benefit from professional development opportunities, and potentially showcase contributions to Shark Ninja leaders.

This role: As a key member of the CORE (Consumer, Operational, Regulatory, and Engineering) team, you’ll uphold Shark Ninja’s quality standards across our product lines. You’ll gain hands-on experience evaluating product performance, identifying improvement areas, and ensuring an exceptional consumer experience. You’ll analyze consumer feedback, support audits, and drive corrective actions to ensure products are built to perform and last.

• Evaluate real consumer field returns to assess product performance, durability, and compliance in hands-on, lab-based investigations
• Collect and analyze data from star reviews, call center feedback, and other consumer touchpoints to identify product trends and potential quality issues
• Support root cause analysis efforts and contribute to problem-solving sessions that drive long-term product improvements
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to enhance product quality across design and production phases
• Document findings and create clear, actionable reports using tools like SharePoint, JIRA, and Excel to support cross-functional decision-making
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on refining testing methods, validation processes, and quality control strategies
• Engage in quality-focused brainstorming sessions and share insights that influence future product enhancements
• Gain exposure to Shark Ninja’s end-to-end product development lifecycle—from concept and testing to launch and post-market feedback
• Participate in internal audits and support compliance efforts with regulatory and performance standards
• Work on real product lines and gain insight into how data, testing, and customer experience shape quality at scale

• Education:
  
  Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, or currently enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with a minimum of 4 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and draw insights from large sets of consumer and product data
• Detail-oriented and organized, with a strong focus on documentation and process accuracy
• Curious, creative and flexible with demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborates well with cross-functional teams and communicates clearly
• Curious and motivated to understand how things work and how to make them better
• Proactive problem-solver with a passion for improving product performance and customer satisfaction
• Thrives in a hands-on environment; eager to engage with real products and root cause investigations
• Familiarity with quality testing methods and tools is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Shark Ninja success drivers:
• Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a “no delays” mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
• Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapt to achieve results
• Details Make the Difference - Coordinate timelines and deliverables for accuracy and consistency
• Winning is a Team Sport -…