About the Roles:
Capital Markets Compliance Data Analytics
Baird’s Compliance interns work alongside experienced professionals to learn the laws, regulations and ethical standards that govern the financial services industry while gaining hands-on experience through meaningful projects. The Capital Markets Compliance team supports Equity Capital Markets, Equity Research, Global Investment Banking, Fixed Income, Public Finance, and firmwide regulatory and policy functions. In this role, interns will help design, develop and test regulatory technology (RegTech) data solutions while gaining valuable insight into Baird’s Capital Markets businesses through a compliance lens.
Global Investment Banking Data Analytics
This Data Analytics Intern will work closely with experienced data and analytics professionals on Baird’s Global Investment Banking (GIB) business to transform complex data into actionable insights that support senior leadership and stakeholders. Through hands-on analytics, reporting and data governance work, interns gain practical exposure to enterprise tools and real-world decision-making in a high-performing financial services environment. This intern will gain firsthand insight into how analytics support Investment Banking strategy and execution.
These are hybrid internships, working 3 days per week in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office and 2 days remote. 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. The Capital Markets Compliance team is seeking a local student who can start in January 2027, or earlier if available. The Global Investment Banking team is seeking a local student who can start in June 2027.
The Impact You’ll Make:
- Work with internal business partners to understand how the data we provide impacts the greater decisions at Baird
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into scalable BI solutions
- Create innovative data solutions and visualizations using SQL, Python and potentially PowerBI
- Contribute to data governance, documentation, and quality assurance efforts to ensure trusted reporting
- Assist in enabling business users through training, guidance, and self-service reporting support
- Leverage AI-assisted tools responsibly to improve analytics workflows and productivity
What You’ll Bring to Baird:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in data science, data analytics, computer science, computer engineering, information systems, information technology management, business analytics or other related areas with a proven track record of academic excellence
- Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
- Curiosity to understand the application of technology and data when solving business problems
- Exposure to data governance concepts and best practices
- Understanding of data modeling concepts, including fact and dimension tables and relationships
- Experience with Python, SQL and building reports in Power BI Desktop, including foundational DAX
- Ability to responsibly utilize AI-assisted tools to troubleshoot DAX/SQL and automate routine BI tasks where appropriate
- Familiarity with Snowflake or other cloud data warehouse platforms
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Superior organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work
- Some financial market knowledge is preferred
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.
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Skills Required
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in data science, data analytics, computer science, computer engineering, information systems, information technology management, business analytics, or a related field
- Academic excellence
- Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
- Experience with Python
- Experience with SQL
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- 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
- Ability to work three days per week in the downtown Milwaukee office and two days remotely
- Some financial market knowledge
Baird Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are portrayed as a standout, with 401(k) match and profit-sharing cited as notable strengths that enhance long-term financial security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted as generous, with clear support for both primary and secondary caregivers, alongside adoption assistance.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays and PTO that increases with tenure are emphasized as above average, contributing to overall benefits satisfaction.
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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.
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