About the Role:
Baird’s Corporate Accounting and Finance team provides accurate and timely financial information to aid in the management of the firm and support strategic decision-making. Finance has a track record of success with interns across their various teams, all of who have the ability to directly contribute to the success of the department. Interns apply business knowledge gained in the classroom to develop relevant professional experience while developing meaningful relationships. Learn more about the team here.
See below for a current list of internship opportunities available on our Corporate Accounting & Finance department:
- Financial Reporting & Regulatory (1) – This team is critical to the continued financial success of the firm through their ability to provide accurate and timely reporting of Baird’s financial results. The team ensures the firm financial results, activity, and data is recorded accurately in accordance with accounting, finance, and regulatory principles. The team is primarily responsible for managing the monthly financial close process to provide key financial information to external parties and to firm senior management regarding the financial health of the firm.
- Associate Financial Services (1) – The Associate Financial Services (“AFS”) team actively administers the firm’s shareholder and compensation programs, and processes the firm’s payroll, accounts payable and employee expenses to support Baird’s shareholders, associates and businesses.
This internship is located onsite at our downtown Milwaukee office. The intern must be able to work full time during the summer, 37.5-40 hours per week, and work part time during the school semesters, 15-20 hours per week. We are seeking a local student who can start as soon as April/May 2027.
The Impact You’ll Make:
- Assist with the monthly close process which may include journal entries, variance analysis, and reconciliations
- Compile financial information for internal and external reporting. May also assist in the budgeting process
- Prepare operational reports and presentations
- Maintain and document policies and procedures
- Assist with training of other interns
- Perform special projects and other duties, as assigned
What we look for:
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related business degree
- Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively as a team player
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet specific deadlines
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and reliability with a drive for continuous improvement
- Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
About Our Intern Program:
Jumpstart your career with Baird’s high-impact summer intern program! You’ll gain real-world experience, connect with inspiring leaders and grow through hands-on projects, mentorship and dynamic events. From our Intern Welcome and Baird Gives Back Day to firmwide networking and professional development, you’ll be part of a vibrant, collaborative culture that values your voice and fuels your future.
Baird is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.
Baird is committed to diversity and provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related business degree
- Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as a team player
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet specific deadlines
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and reliability
- Drive for continuous improvement
- Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work full time during the summer, 37.5–40 hours per week
- Ability to work part time during school semesters, 15–20 hours per week
- Local student able to start as soon as April or May 2027
Baird Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Baird and has not been reviewed or approved by Baird.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are positioned as a major strength, including a strong 401(k) with matching and profit-sharing contributions, plus access to financial planning support. Long-term wealth building is further reinforced through employee ownership and stock purchase opportunities.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are framed as generous, including unlimited PTO in some descriptions, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. Flex time and work-from-home options are also included as part of the broader work-life package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, and mental health support, alongside wellness programs and HSA/FSA options. Preventive care and employer contributions toward HSA/deductibles are highlighted as part of the design.
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What We Do
Founded in 1919, Baird has guided families, businesses, communities and institutions toward their financial goals for a century. Today employee-owned Baird offers wealth management, investment banking, asset management, institutional sales and trading, equity research, public finance and private equity services through more than 160 offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. Baird manages and oversees more than $305 billion in assets for clients around the world and employs more than 4,600 associates. Baird has been one of FORTUNE’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® since 2004, and is committed to policies and practices that provide equal employment opportunity at all times. These non-discriminatory practices apply to all areas of employment including: hiring, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits and educational opportunities. “Baird” is the marketing name for Robert W. Baird & Co., Incorporated and subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. For more information, please visit www.rwbaird.com.
