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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 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026
Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite in Miami, FL. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.
JOIN THE SHARKNINJA EARLY EDGE EXPERIENCE: Built for early career 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: As a Fall Co-op on the Applied AI & Analytics team in the Office of the CEO – at the heart of driving company-wide AI transformation, you will take on meaningful ownership of cross-functional business problems over a 6-month engagement.
Unlike a short-term internship, this longer term co-op timeline gives you the runway to take a project from problem definition through to deployed solution. You'll be expected to own your work end-to-end, from scoping the business question to presenting outcomes to senior stakeholders. This role sits at the intersection of SharkNinja's Jailbreak AI initiative, a company-wide movement backed by $1M in innovation awards, giving you direct exposure to real AI deployments, not sandbox exercises.
HERE ARE SOME OF THE EXCITING THINGS YOU'LL GET TO DO:
- Own the end-to-end scoping, analysis, and delivery of a defined business problem — from data gathering through insight communication
- Design, iterate, and document AI prompts and workflows; take ownership of data preparation pipelines for assigned projects
- Build and maintain dashboards, reports, or models that are actively used by internal teams — with full accountability for quality and accuracy
- Identify trends, patterns, and insights within datasets and translate them into actionable recommendations
- Use AI tools to improve efficiency and automate analytical workflows
- Develop and test agentic workflow prototypes that reduce manual effort on high-friction business processes
- Present findings and recommendations directly to team leads and business stakeholders
- Identify data gaps or inconsistencies and propose solutions, not just flag them
ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:
Education: Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program, or have graduated within the past year
Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite in Miami, FL
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar)
- Demonstrated experience building with AI (LLMs, automation workflows, agent frameworks, or prompt engineering) with examples you can speak to
- Experience working with real-world or messy datasets
- Working knowledge of SQL, Python, or similar tools through coursework or projects
- Ability to approach problems in a structured and logical way
- Interest in consumer products, retail, or e-commerce
EMBODIES SHARKNINJA’S SUCCESS DRIVERS:
- Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a 'no delays' mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
- Progress over Perfection – Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapt to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
- Details Make the Difference – Brings rigor to data preparation, model assumptions, and analytical outputs; understands that the quality of an AI output is only as good as the quality of the input
- Winning is a Team Sport – Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
- Communicate for Impact – Strong communication skills; ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management
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 $21 — $32 USD
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.
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
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 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026
Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite in Miami, FL. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.
JOIN THE SHARKNINJA EARLY EDGE EXPERIENCE: Built for early career 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: As a Fall Co-op on the Applied AI & Analytics team in the Office of the CEO – at the heart of driving company-wide AI transformation, you will take on meaningful ownership of cross-functional business problems over a 6-month engagement.
Unlike a short-term internship, this longer term co-op timeline gives you the runway to take a project from problem definition through to deployed solution. You'll be expected to own your work end-to-end, from scoping the business question to presenting outcomes to senior stakeholders. This role sits at the intersection of SharkNinja's Jailbreak AI initiative, a company-wide movement backed by $1M in innovation awards, giving you direct exposure to real AI deployments, not sandbox exercises.
HERE ARE SOME OF THE EXCITING THINGS YOU'LL GET TO DO:
- Own the end-to-end scoping, analysis, and delivery of a defined business problem — from data gathering through insight communication
- Design, iterate, and document AI prompts and workflows; take ownership of data preparation pipelines for assigned projects
- Build and maintain dashboards, reports, or models that are actively used by internal teams — with full accountability for quality and accuracy
- Identify trends, patterns, and insights within datasets and translate them into actionable recommendations
- Use AI tools to improve efficiency and automate analytical workflows
- Develop and test agentic workflow prototypes that reduce manual effort on high-friction business processes
- Present findings and recommendations directly to team leads and business stakeholders
- Identify data gaps or inconsistencies and propose solutions, not just flag them
ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:
Education: Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program, or have graduated within the past year
Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite in Miami, FL
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar)
- Demonstrated experience building with AI (LLMs, automation workflows, agent frameworks, or prompt engineering) with examples you can speak to
- Experience working with real-world or messy datasets
- Working knowledge of SQL, Python, or similar tools through coursework or projects
- Ability to approach problems in a structured and logical way
- Interest in consumer products, retail, or e-commerce
EMBODIES SHARKNINJA’S SUCCESS DRIVERS:
- Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a 'no delays' mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
- Progress over Perfection – Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapt to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
- Details Make the Difference – Brings rigor to data preparation, model assumptions, and analytical outputs; understands that the quality of an AI output is only as good as the quality of the input
- Winning is a Team Sport – Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
- Communicate for Impact – Strong communication skills; ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management
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 $21 — $32 USD
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.
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
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Applied AI Engineer
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
J-1 visa Trainee and Research Scholar categories require documented evidence of your field-specific degree and professional background. Gather transcripts, a portfolio of AI projects, and employer reference letters before outreach, since host employers vet credentials independently of the designated sponsor.
Target host employers with established training plans
Applied AI Engineer J-1 placements require a formal Training Plan signed by both the host employer and designated sponsor. Prioritize companies that have hosted J-1 engineers before, as they already understand the DS-7002 training plan documentation their designated sponsor requires.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-compatible roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter Applied AI Engineer positions at U.S. employers that have a history of hosting exchange visitors. Finding the right host employer is your first actionable step before any designated sponsor can issue your DS-2019.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Research Scholar and some Trainee placements in fields on the State Department's Skills List carry a two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your country of origin and funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects future H-1B visa or green card eligibility.
Verify prevailing wage compliance before signing an offer
Host employers are expected to compensate J-1 Trainees and Research Scholars at rates consistent with similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-check the offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search or BLS data for your specific Applied AI Engineer role and geographic location.
Submit your DS-2019 application with sufficient lead time
Designated sponsors typically need four to eight weeks to process and issue a DS-2019 after receiving a complete application package from your host employer. Confirm the sponsor's processing timeline immediately after your offer is finalized so your program start date remains viable.
Applied AI Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Applied AI Engineer role?
It depends on your career stage. If you are currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you have completed your degree and have at least one year of relevant professional experience, the Trainee category is the standard fit. Research Scientists or faculty at academic or research institutions may qualify under the Research Scholar or Short-Term Scholar categories instead.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for an Applied AI Engineer?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019 and oversee compliance. The company hiring you is the host employer. You must secure both: a host employer willing to support a J-1 placement and a designated sponsor willing to administer the program for your specific role.
How do I find U.S. employers that are open to hosting J-1 Applied AI Engineers?
Search Migrate Mate to identify Applied AI Engineer roles at U.S. companies with a history of hosting exchange visitors. Not every employer is familiar with the J-1 host employer process, so targeting companies that have done it before significantly reduces friction during the offer and DS-2019 application stages.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to AI engineering roles?
It can, depending on your country of nationality, your country of last permanent residence, and whether your program receives government funding. Some countries appear on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List for computing and information technology fields, which triggers the requirement. Confirm your specific situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this requirement directly affects your future H-1B or immigrant visa options.
What is the DS-7002 Training Plan, and why does it matter for Applied AI Engineers?
The DS-7002 is a structured training plan required for J-1 Intern and Trainee categories. It must detail the specific skills, technologies, and competencies you will develop during your exchange, broken down by phase and duration. For Applied AI Engineer roles, this typically includes supervised work on machine learning pipelines, model deployment, or research projects. Both your host employer and designated sponsor must sign it before your DS-2019 is issued.