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Summer 2025: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Philanthropy Intern (May through August)
SharkNinja
Needham, MA, USA
Posted on Mar 25, 2025
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.
DEI Intern
*Note: this role is for a Summer Internship (May 15 to August 15 2025)
Our mission to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world allows our employees to be thinkers and tinkerers, designers and doers, creators and number crunchers, makers of things they love. As we continue to grow, we are excited to add a DEI Intern to our global team.
OVERVIEW:
DEI and Talent Development at SharkNinja strives to demonstrate a dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous learning & development, modeling inclusive behaviors, proactively managing bias, and promoting a culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contributions of all associates. Positively impacting people’s lives every day in every home around the world isn't just a tagline or catchphrase at SharkNinja. It's how our associates show up every day!
As a DEI intern, you will play an integral role in helping support the Jobs & Opportunities, Education, and Well-Being pillars.
You will partner with the Head of DEI to implement strategies for building community partnerships, researching industry-standard methodologies, coordinating volunteering opportunities for employees, communicating internally and externally, etc.
Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:
- Partner with the Head of DEI to develop a framework for assessing new requests and investments
- Build content to recruit employees, generate enthusiasm and update employees about DEI activities
- Write, edit, and schedule communications for the company-wide DEI Global newsletter, internal communications platforms, corporate website, social media platforms, etc.
- Serve as a resource for associates seeking to learn more about volunteering, donations, and other ways to become involved in Corporate Impact Investing efforts
- Own the planning and execution of internal and external events
- Research and present on what leading companies are doing to promote DEI & CSR in their organizations
- Collaborate with the Communications, Sustainability, Digital, etc. to raise awareness, support initiatives, plan events and prepare communications
ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Strong project management and problem-solving skills
- Highly detail-oriented and able to work autonomously
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion
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
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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