About the Role:
Baird’s Compliance interns collaborate closely with experienced professionals to learn about the laws, regulations and ethical standards that govern the financial services industry. Through hands-on tasks and projects, interns gain practical insight into how policies and procedures are applied in a dynamic compliance environment at a high-performing financial firm. Internship opportunities are available across several specialized teams.
This is a hybrid internship, 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. We are seeking a local student who can start in April/May 2027.
The Impact You’ll Make:
Perform basic analysis on department, firm and industry data to maintain compliance business continuity
Assist with compliance reviews of various business units
Conduct preliminary investigation on potential watch list matches using tools such as Google, database, and court records
Gather information regarding client activity that may be suspicious and escalate to team for analysis
Assist with coordinating institutional branch review process
Create and maintain various Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentation training materials
Assist with administrative functions including answering phones and responding to client questions
Perform special projects and other duties, as assigned
What You’ll Bring to Baird:
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics or other related areas with a proven track record of academic excellence
Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
Excellent attention to detail and superior organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication abilities
Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
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.
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 degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field
- Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
- Proven track record of academic excellence
- Excellent attention to detail
- Superior organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication abilities
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Some financial market knowledge
- Ability to work full time during 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
- Local student able to start in April or May 2027
- Must not now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship
Baird Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
