Spring 2027: Product Development Co-op, Shark (January through June)

· Support Shark’s everyday business through the lens of the post-purchase consumer journey to ensure a 5-star experience once consumers have our products in their homes. You will contribute to the product development process (optimization and management) of consumer-facing materials such as artwork assets and online content that supports self-service and ease in terms of finding product information.

· Assist in the definition and development of product specifications relating to replacement components, marrying consumer wants/needs and creating efficiencies in how we manage these components in our internal systems.

· Develop user-relevant design targets for product performance and user experience (human factors, touchpoints, KPIs, and Consumer Satisfaction Indicators) – and act as the beacon of these targets to the cross-functional team of engineers, industrial designers, and commercial marketers

· Act as a product “expert” for cross-functional team member questions and concerns

· Assist with new product setups and product information management, coordination of data/information for consumer research, development of competitive landscapes, and more

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

· Education: Current student in a related bachelor's or master’s program or has graduated from such a program within the past year. NON-ENG

· Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 DAYS per week onsite in Needham, MA.

· A “100% on” consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products/processes or improving current products

· A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills

· Highly-effective communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and in-person (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management)

· Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment

· A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment

· The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward

· Previous use of the Microsoft Suite of products (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook) is preferred

Please note that, 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!