About the role#
As a Consumer Insights Co-op, you will join the team to help shape the future of our products. You will work with qualitative and quantitative data to uncover trends and innovation opportunities. This role involves gaining hands-on experience across the entire research process, from planning studies to translating consumer feedback into actionable product recommendations.
What you'll do#
- Support and analyze research to uncover consumer trends and innovation opportunities.
- Develop and execute research plans that inform product and marketing decisions.
- Translate consumer feedback and unmet needs into clear recommendations for new products and features.
- Identify whitespace opportunities and customer pain points to guide product strategy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage research timelines and resources.
- Synthesize insights into stories that influence brand, product, and executive strategy.
- Design and refine research tools like surveys and discussion guides.
- Monitor competitors and market trends to inform strategic positioning.
- Help build customer personas and journey maps to guide brand and UX strategy.
- Contribute to brainstorms with insight-driven ideas.
- Develop an understanding of our consumer-first approach and digital marketing culture.
What you'll need#
- Current student in a bachelor's or master’s program, or a graduate from such a program within the past year.
- Ability to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule.
- Experience or coursework in market research, consumer insights, psychology, sociology, or related social sciences.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights.
- Naturally inquisitive with a passion for uncovering consumer insights and behavioral trends.
- Ability to approach uncertainty with confidence and cultivate trust with others.
- Open-minded and eager to learn.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time position for the Winter 2027 term (January to June).
- The role is based in Needham, Massachusetts.
- You must be able to work onsite in Needham at least 3 days per week.
- The position is paid at a rate of $28 to $34 per hour, depending on your educational level at the time of hire.
About SharkNinja
SharkNinja is a product design and technology company based in Needham, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1994 and operates as a public company. The business focuses on consumer goods and product marketing. It employs over 4,000 people to develop household products for cleaning, cooking, and food preparation.
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