Summer 2026: Electrical Design Engineering Intern, Advanced Development (May to August)

SharkNinja

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Internship

Needham, Massachusetts

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The intern will support the development of novel concepts and technologies for next-generation products by communicating ideas using ECAD layout, simulation, and breadboard circuits. Responsibilities also include building test rigs and supporting verification and validation test plans in the lab.

SharkNinja is looking for an Electrical Design Engineering Intern to assist in designing and prototyping the next generation of products. The ideal candidate will be a third-year student or beyond in a bachelor's program, or enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program, with 2+ years completed in an Electrical Engineering degree. Strong communication skills, technical knowledge, and creativity are crucial for this role.

Must Have Skills for ATS

ECAD Layout

Simulation

Breadboard Circuits

Verification

Validation Testing

Motor Control

Sensors

Embedded Microcontrollers

Arduino

Battery Management

Small Signal Amplifier Circuits

Switching Power Supplies

C/C++

Prototyping

Job Description

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. 

Work Period: May 2026 to August 2026

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 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: We are looking for an Electrical Design Engineering Intern, Advanced Development to help us design and build prototypes for the next generation of products. We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers but know that it takes unusual individuals to make it happen. Working as part of our Advanced Development team you will bring technical substance and inspiration to our creative efforts to ensure that imaginative but credible solutions populate our ambitious product roadmap.

We thrive on designing great products that delight our customers but know that it takes unusual individuals to make it happen.  This role will focus on bringing technical substance and inspiration to our Electrical Engineering team to ensure that imaginative but credible solutions populate our ambitious product roadmap.

Here are some of the exciting things you’ll get to do: 

  • Support the development of novel concepts and technologies for our next generation of products.
  • Help communicate ideas quickly and effectively using a combination of ECAD layout, simulation and breadboard circuits 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.
  • Be naturally curious and relentlessly driven to find better solutions to everyday problems.
  • Demonstrate integrity and courage in the way you work, breaking the mold isn’t easy.
  • Evaluate and improve designs for cost effectiveness, manufacturing improvements, increased quality and value.
  • Identify new ideas, products and/or features that improve customer satisfaction, reduce costs and keep our product line at the forefront of our industry.

Key Attributes & Skills:

  • 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 come into the office 5 days per week. 
  • The ideal candidate will have completed 2+ years in an Electrical Engineering degree program
  • A natural and effective communicator capable of reducing abstract concepts to reality.
  • Able to quickly generate visual and physical definitions of new products that convey key attributes of function and layout.
  • A thorough understanding of basic physical principles.
  • Creativity and technical knowledge are crucial in this position
  • Experience with one or more of the following: motor control, sensors, embedded micro controllers including Arduino, battery management, small signal amplifier circuits and switching power supplies.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point.
  • Experience with general prototyping is a plus
  • Some software/firmware experience is a plus
  • Working knowledge of C/C++ with microcontrollers is a plus

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$30—$40 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. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

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 accommodations@sharkninja.com

SharkNinja

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company that creates 5-star rated lifestyle solutions through innovative products for consumers around the world. Known for its two billion-dollar brands, Shark and Ninja, SharkNinja has a proven track record of establishing leadership positions by disrupting numerous household product categories, including Cleaning, Cooking, Food Preparation and Other, which includes Home Environment and Beauty.

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