Internship – Business Data & Analytics (Year-Round)

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.

Private Wealth Management Data Analytics

The PWM Analytics & Insights team delivers data-driven insights, reporting solutions, and business intelligence capabilities that support advisor growth, practice management, and strategic decision-making across Private Wealth Management. In this role, interns will gain hands-on experience working with data, dashboards, process improvement initiatives, and emerging AI technologies while collaborating with business partners and stakeholders across the organization. Through meaningful project work and mentorship, interns will develop technical and analytical skills while gaining valuable insight into how analytics supports business strategy and client-focused growth within the financial services industry.

These are hybrid internships, working 3-4 days per week in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office and 1-2 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 and Private Wealth Management teams are seeking a 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 Microsoft Excel including work with pivot tables, XLOOKUP, basic formulas and data clean up
• 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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