Internship - Accounting (Year-Round)

Are you looking to gain real-world experience in a thriving, global financial services firm with an award-winning culture? Consider an internship and start building your career at Baird!

About our intern program:

Our competitive intern program offers interns exposure to the business world and a meaningful work experience. Interns are treated as valuable team members while learning from experienced professionals in a collaborative, fun and dynamic environment. Baird's summer intern program is a robust experience that includes an Intern Welcome Event, professional development, and networking with leaders and associates. Our interns have the opportunity to use a Baird Gives Back Day, a paid day to volunteer in the community. Our mentor program gives interns an opportunity to network throughout Baird and learn about all the areas of the firm.To learn more, check out this video .

Team Overview:

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 - 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 (including bank reporting, audit and tax data, etc.) to external parties and to firm senior management (internal financial reports) regarding the financial health of the firm.

• Baird Capital Finance Team - The team directly interfaces and supports the Baird Capital business unit, who makes venture capital, growth equity and private equity investments in strategically targeted sectors around the world. The team works closely with the Baird Capital Head of Finance as well as members of Baird’s Legal, Compliance, Operations and Treasury teams. This is a highly visible and impactful team that contributes to multiple areas across the firm.

• Associate Financial Services - The 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.

Internship Location, Availability, and Hours:

Located in our downtown Milwaukee office, interns must be flexible to work onsite a minimum of 15-20 daytime hours per week during the Fall and Spring semesters and 37.5-40 daytime hours per week during breaks and summer. We are looking for students who can start as soon as March/April 2025. Start date is flexible.

As an Accounting Intern, you will:

• 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
• Maintain and document policies and procedures
• Perform special projects and other duties, as assigned
• Assist with training of other interns

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 2026 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

What makes this opportunity great:

• Work within a unique culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing teamwork and a strong sense of partnership
• Ability to gain hands-on experience while completing your college degree with a highly ranked organization

Baird is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status .

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Baird is committed to inclusion & diversity for our clients, our associates and the communities where we live and work. This commitment stems from our culture of integrity, genuine concern for others and respect for the individual. We view inclusion & diversity as an ongoing journey - one of shared responsibility, continuous improvement and a focus on progress. We invite you to join us as we work together to foster an environment where diversity unites rather than divides us.