About the Role:
The Graphic Design team develops and executes layouts, designs and production from concept through completion for a range of visual communications projects including social, digital web, print, video and photography. Individuals on this team utilize creativity, design and software skills while working collaboratively with a full in-house creative team. All this is done while interpreting brand guidelines and embodying a consistent visual brand representation for Baird.
This is a hybrid internship, working two days per week in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office and three 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 May 2027.
The Impact You’ll Make:
Be involved in various phases of a project including print and digital production, concept brainstorming and team meetings
Contribute to print-based design projects: primarily artwork changes and revisions, layout and design
Interpret brand guidelines and embody a consistent visual brand representation for Baird within design
Prepare appropriate files for vendors
Assist on web-based project needs as necessary
What You’ll Bring to Baird:
Pursuing a degree in art, graphic design or visual communications
Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
Advanced software proficiency required in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop in a Mac environment
Proven design and typographical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect clearly and professionally
Organizational excellence, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate strong attention to detail and ensure high-quality and on-time delivery
High level of motivation, proactivity and strategic thinking, with a strong commitment to learning and contributing effectively
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office products
Solid portfolio of work demonstrating these 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 degree in art, graphic design, or visual communications
- Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop in a Mac environment
- Proven design and typography skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality work on time
- Motivation, proactivity, strategic thinking, and commitment to learning
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Solid portfolio demonstrating design skills
- Ability to work full time during summer and part time during school semesters
- Local to Milwaukee and able to work hybrid in the downtown office
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.
