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 .

Our Hospitality Team:

The Hospitality team is truly the face of Baird. Those who walk in our doors can be assured they will have a professional and unforgettable experience, and that starts with Hospitality. The Hospitality team works together to cover various client-facing reception locations throughout our corporate headquarters, as well as organize and execute nearly 8,000 meetings and events annually in the Baird Conference Center. They are responsible for greeting guests and callers and directing them in a helpful, friendly, and professional manner. At Baird, clients come first, and the Hospitality team sets the bar for how they should be treated.

Internship Location, Availability and Hours:
Located in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office, the intern must be able to work full time during the summer, 37.5-40 hours per week. We are seeking a student who can start in May 2025.

As a Hospitality Intern, you will:

Assist and ensure a smooth operation and flawless meetings/events in the Baird Conference Center, identify and implement process improvement in all areas of operation

Provide exceptional service to internal and external clients in person and over the phone

Gain insight into how Baird operates internally and externally, learn about the businesses and network with associates and clients alike

Learn and act as the systems administrator for Baird Conference enter meetings software

Complete projects including Audio Visual data tracking, managing expenses, email campaigns, ordering and other team projects as assigned

Cross-train with other roles and teams within the department and support these areas with project work and/or staffing, as appropriate

What we look for:

Pursuing a degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Marketing, Communication, Business or related degree. Targeting December 2025 or later graduation dates

Hospitality or Service Industry experience – High Touch Customer Service; have a passion for making others feel welcomed, comfortable and tended to

Technical aptitude, specifically audiovisual experience – laptop connectivity and troubleshooting. Crestron knowledge a plus

Can do attitude and takes initiative – no task is too big or too small; team player

Strong attention to detail

Graphic design expertise/interest is a plus

Marketing experience is a plus – design promotion or documented resources for broad distribution

What makes this opportunity great:

Gain exposure to and experience in hospitality and events, learning the different roles and taking on variety of tasks

Experience working in a team environment, participating in daily meetings and evolving the role

Highly visible role with opportunity to significantly expand professional network

Opportunity to grow and be your best at work, at home and in the community

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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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. .