SharkNinja · 4 hours ago
Fall 2026: Cost Engineering Co-op, Shark (July to December)
Needham, MA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $44/hr
Start in 2026 SummerSharkNinja is a global product design and technology company that creates innovative lifestyle solutions. The Cost Engineering Co-op role involves driving initiatives that balance innovation, performance, and affordability, supporting product development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to influence design decisions and cost strategies.
BeautyConsumer ElectronicsConsumer GoodsRetail
Responsibilities
Support the coordination of product details to help generate independent product cost estimates that inform real business decisions
Assist in building "should-cost" models based on product requirements, materials, and manufacturing methods
Dive into costed Bills of Materials (BOMs) and large datasets to uncover key cost drivers and savings opportunities
Summarize findings through clear, actionable reports that influence design and sourcing strategies
Collaborate with the supply chain team on critical components to understand supplier pricing and cost structures
Apply design, engineering, and manufacturing knowledge to propose innovative, cost-saving ideas that maintain product intent
Partner with cross-functional teams—including Engineering, Sourcing, and Product Development—to support costing and development activities
Participate in product reviews and focused “Hack” sessions to brainstorm cost optimization opportunities
Tear down, debug, and analyze electro-mechanical products to understand how every component contributes to performance and cost
Contribute to value-engineering initiatives that balance innovation, performance, and affordability
Gain real-world exposure to the full product development cycle, from concept to launch
Qualification
Required
Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, or currently enrolled in a master's program
Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
Demonstrates strong analytical and organizational skills, with sharp attention to detail and a relentless drive to uncover smart, low-cost solutions
Self-motivated and confident working independently while staying connected to a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel with the ability to manipulate and analyze large data sets
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, especially plastics, sheet metal, and common assembly methods
Experience with 3D CAD tools such as CREO and/or SolidWorks
Skilled in creating and delivering clear, impactful presentations that summarize insights and recommendations
Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management
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
Company
SharkNinja
SharkNinja is a consumer goods company that offers beauty, home care, kitchen appliances, and outdoor electronic products.
Founded in 1995
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
SharkNinja has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (40)
2024 (33)
2023 (18)
2022 (22)
2021 (29)
2020 (24)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
CDH Investments
2025-08-20Post Ipo Secondary· $638M
2024-03-19Post Ipo Secondary· $272.13M
2023-12-04Post Ipo Secondary· $286.47M
Leadership Team
Mark Barrocas
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Quigley
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-21
2026-01-07
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