Summer 2026: Mechanical Engineering Intern,… at SharkNinja · Needham

Summary: SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company known for its innovative lifestyle solutions. The Mechanical Engineering Intern will work alongside a team of engineers to develop and prototype new products, gaining hands-on experience in the product lifecycle from concept to testing. Responsibilities: - Contribute to the concepting and development of next-gen Shark products by brainstorming, sketching, and prototyping bold ideas - Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, and product managers to explore innovative solutions to real-world consumer challenges - Build, test, and iterate prototypes and lab rigs while gaining hands-on experience in validating performance, usability, and reliability - Analyze data from testing and consumer feedback to inform design decisions and optimize product functionality - Participate in technical deep-dives and design reviews to uncover root causes of challenges and propose creative, practical solutions - Take ownership of engineering tasks with increasing complexity, gaining exposure to materials, mechanisms, manufacturing, and mass production considerations - Support design feasibility analysis, CAD modeling, and technical documentation alongside experienced engineers - Dive into the 'why' behind the product, understanding the user journey and driving innovations that surprise and delight - Learn from failure, move fast, and iterate with purpose as you help bring never-been-done ideas to life at the speed of a startup backed by the muscle of a global brand Required Qualifications: - Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral program - Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA - Strong understanding of mechanical engineering/physics fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design - Solid analytical skills, attention to detail, and relentless drive to identify potential problems and take responsibility for their resolution - Intellectual curiosity and creativity, strong first principles thinking, positive can-do attitude, and proven ability to deliver robust, elegant, and innovative solutions to complex design challenges - Willingness to roll up sleeves and dive into hands-on development and testing workstreams - Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues clearly, effectively, and concisely - Comfortable multitasking and responding quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer-term projects - Passionate about product design & function - Exposure to CAD program (ideally SolidWorks or Creo) and/or 3D printing/laser cutting - Experience with hands-on prototype development in plastic and metal including using basic machine shop tools - Familiarity with electronics (analog/digital), test equipment, and components common in small appliances (sensors, motors, heaters, PCBAs, etc.) - Can identify, solve, implement and verify technical solutions autonomously and as part of a team - “Hands-on” building of prototypes, experimental testing of some sort, either in the workshop or in a science context Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with Developer kits such as Python, Arduino, Raspberry Pi is desirable Required Skills: Mechanical engineering fundamentals, CAD program (SolidWorks/Creo), Hands-on prototype development Important Skills: Analytical skills, Electronics familiarity Nice-to-Have Skills: Intellectual curiosity, Multitasking ability, Passion for product design, Attention to detail, Positive attitude, Communication skills, Team collaboration, Creative problem-solving Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Spring Benefits: Medical insurance, Health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, Sick time, Company holidays, Employee product discount, Product testing opportunities, Referral bonuses, Competitive health insurance, Retirement plans, Paid time off, Employee stock purchase options, Wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts