Summer 2027: Category Finance Intern (May through August)

Job Name: Summer 2027: Category Finance Internship (May through August)

Location: Needham, Massachusetts, USA

Work Period: May through August

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.

Compensation Range: Ranges from $28/hr - $34/hr. Specific compensation is set according to a standardized scale aligned with your educational level at the time of hire.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early 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: Category Finance Internship

Are you energized by numbers, strategy, and seeing how financial decisions shape real-world innovation? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where analysis meets action? Are you excited to gain hands-on experience supporting the launch of next-generation

consumer products? If so, we invite you to learn more about the Category Finance Internship role at SharkNinja.

As a key member of the Category Finance team, you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting the Product Development, Finance, Marketing, and Strategic Sales teams through cross-functional reporting. You’ll gain exposure to the financial processes behind product creation—from early-stage development to market launch. You’ll learn how finance drives decision-making across the business while building critical analytical and communication skills.

If you’re curious, detail-driven, and excited to be at the center of where innovation and financial strategy connect, we want to hear from you!

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

Category P&L Management

· Prepare and maintain Category P&Ls across assigned Shark & Ninja categories.

· Review P&Ls for accuracy and work with input owners to resolve discrepancies.

· Support NPD governance and margin expansion insights and reporting.

· Model target margins for new product launches across US and international markets.

Reporting & Analytics

· Support SKU, category and regional level reporting.

· Build analysis and presentations that translate complex data into clear business insights.

· Assist with scenario analyses and ad hoc financial modeling as needed.

· Build and improve dashboards and automate recurring margin calculations.

Cross-Functional Partnership

· Partner with Category, Marketing, Product Development, and SS&A teams on financial inputs and business questions.

· Collaborate with FP&A colleagues to ensure consistency across financial models and outputs.

· Take ownership of a project from start to finish and present results to senior leaders.

· Contribute to special projects and other duties as assigned.

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

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

· Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and financial acumen to support cost analysis and decision-making

· Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams, presenting findings clearly and professionally

· Manage time and priorities efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

· Collaborate with curiosity and a team-first mindset, contributing to shared goals and learning from others

· Take initiative on projects, showing ownership, accountability, and a drive for continuous improvement

· Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with large datasets and financial systems

· Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, staying flexible while meeting deadlines and delivering results

· Apply Excel and financial modeling skills confidently—experience with reporting tools is a plus

· Ask thoughtful questions and seek feedback to deepen your understanding of business drivers

· Approach challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset and a willingness to dive into complex work

· Engage with a positive, can-do attitude and a passion for learning in a high-performing finance organization

 

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!

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