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 activities include an Intern Welcome Event, professional development, networking with leaders and associates, and many other informal events. 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 . 

Team Overview:

Baird’s Operations Department (“Ops”) is the best kept secret in the financial services industry and plays a critical role to the success and growth or the firm.  We partner with the different business and functions within Baird with the goal of driving efficiencies and reducing risk to the firm. Learn more .

Internship Location, Availability and Hours:

Located in our downtown Milwaukee office, the intern must be able to work part-time during the school semesters, 15-20 hours per week, and full-time during the summer, 37.5-40 hours per week We are seeking a student who can start May 2025.

As an Operations Risk Intern, you will:

Complete daily reconciliations for banks and custodiansAssist with process and controls reporting including daily general ledger/trial balance, extended settlement, Repo exposure, etc.Assist with facilitation of SOC1, Surprise Security Count and Financial Statement auditsContribute to various month end close processes and tasksMonitor, reconcile, and report unclaimed propertyParticipate in all team activities such as weekly stand ups, team building and development trainings

What we look for:

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related business degreeAnticipated graduation date of May 2026 or laterStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively as a team playerAbility to work in a team environment and manage priorities to meet specific deadlinesStrong client service critical thinking and troubleshooting skills

What makes this opportunity great:

Gain an understanding of the clearance and settlement process and how a trade flows through the financial systemApply knowledge gained in the classroom to develop relevant professional experience while developing meaningful relationshipsRecognized for your value through professional development and challenging projectsYour ideas matter and help create change in our business

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. .