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Spring 2025: CMF Design Co-op (April through September)

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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 3,300+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .

*This opportunity is for a Late Spring Co-op (April to September 2025) or post-graduate internship. The role is full-time and based onsite in our Needham, MA office*

The CMF (Color, Material & Finish) Design Co-op will report to the CMF Senior Team and Design Directors, collaborating with key global teams across Shark and Ninja brands. You will also work with Engineering, Marketing and Creative to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the management of CMF Development for all new products
Create, track and maintain the color specifications (ID SPECS)
Develop proposals for Color Palette targeted for different retailers
Collect, organize, archive CMF samples from supplier into a material library
Track consumer trends and contribute to the creation of trends reports
Develop an understanding of manufacturing process and well-crafted products
Assist in the development and implementation of complex and innovative concepts
Daily Design Interaction with Chinese manufacturing Team and suppliers
Work closely with the Compliance team
Support UI design, Icon design, and Rating/Warning label creation

Requirements

Pursing Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Industrial Design, or other related design field
Specialization/Interest in CMF preferred
Strong skill/knowledge in the Adobe Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
Interest in color communication towards international standards
Familiarity and experience with Pantone, NCS, SPI, YickSang and Mold-Tech, etc.
Excellent rendering quality (Key Shot/Photoshop)
Please provide samples of your work (link in resume or below)
This co-op is onsite in Needham, MA

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. To gether, 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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What You Should Know About Spring 2025: CMF Design Co-op (April through September), SharkNinja

Are you ready to dive into an exciting opportunity with SharkNinja as a Spring 2025 CMF Design Co-op? This unique position is perfect for creative minds eager to explore the intersection of design and technology in a fun, engaging atmosphere. Based in our Needham, MA office, you’ll work directly with our talented CMF team and interact with various departments such as Engineering and Marketing. You will play a key role in managing the Color, Material, and Finish (CMF) Development for all new products. Your tasks will range from creating and tracking color specifications to developing proposals with targeted color palettes that appeal to different retailers. You’ll also get hands-on experience gathering and archiving CMF samples, tracking consumer trends, and making valuable contributions to trends reports. At SharkNinja, we pride ourselves on our Outrageously Extraordinary culture that encourages you to push past boundaries while collaborating with a diverse team. With your Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial Design or a similar field, your strong Adobe Suite skills, and your flair for color communication, you'll thrive in this role. Plus, we offer fantastic perks including competitive health insurance, employee discounts, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about design and want to make a difference in product development, this is the role for you!

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What are the key responsibilities of the Spring 2025 CMF Design Co-op at SharkNinja?

As the Spring 2025 CMF Design Co-op at SharkNinja, you will assist in managing CMF Development for new products, create and maintain color specifications, develop proposals for color palettes aimed at retailers, and organize CMF samples into a material library. Additionally, you will track consumer trends and contribute to trends reports while interacting with teams across Engineering, Marketing, and Compliance.