Internship - Business Automation & AI Solutions (Milwaukee, WI)

Baird Careers; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Networking events

Hands-on projects

Job summary

Baird’s Automation & AI Solutions Intern will design, build, and deploy automation and AI tools for live deal workflows in a hybrid Milwaukee office. The role partners with technology and deal teams to automate manual processes and translate them into scalable solutions.

You will work with Power Automate, Power Apps, and AI tools to deliver production‑ready capabilities while developing technical documentation for long‑term maintenance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in CS/Data Science/IS or related field.
• Anticipated graduation May 2028 or later.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL; comfortable with data concepts.
• Curiosity for automation and AI with hands‑on experimentation using tools like Copilot/Power Platform.
• Clear communication of technical ideas to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Self‑starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Identify and automate manual processes across deal lifecycle using Power Automate/Power Apps.
• Design end‑to‑end workflow solutions integrating Salesforce, SQL, Snowflake, SharePoint, Excel.
• Prototype and deliver AI‑enabled use cases with Copilot Studio and LLM tools.
• Build Copilot agents and AI tools to support research, data extraction, and decision support.
• Engage with stakeholders; present outcomes and deliverables clearly.
• Produce technical docs for maintainability and scalability of solutions.

Skills

Python

SQL

AI/automation interest

Technical communication

Self-starter

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Data Science/Information Systems

Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

Copilot Studio

ChatGPT

Claude

Rogo

Job description

About the Role:

The Automation & AI Solutions Intern works directly with technology partners and business leaders to design, build and deploy automation and artificial intelligence solutions used in live deal workflows. This is a hands‑on engineering role focused on delivering production-ready tools that improve efficiency, decision-making and execution across the investment banking deal lifecycle. The intern will be embedded within Baird’s Global Investment Banking Technology Solutions team and will partner closely with deal teams and functional groups to identify manual, repetitive processes and translate them into scalable automation and AI-driven solutions.

This is a hybrid internship, working Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office and Monday and Friday 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 June 2027.

The Impact You’ll Make:

• Identify and automate manual processes across the Global Investment Banking deal lifecycle using Power Automate and Power Apps
• Design and build end‑to‑end workflow solutions that integrate data from systems such as Salesforce, SQL, Snowflake, SharePoint and Excel
• Prototype, test, and deliver AI‑enabled use cases using tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, ChatGPT, Claude and Rogo
• Build custom Copilot agents and AI‑driven tools to support research, document synthesis, data extraction and decision support
• Actively participate in discussions with business and technology stakeholders and present delivered solutions and outcomes
• Produce clear technical documentation to ensure long‑term maintainability and scalability of delivered solutions

What You’ll Bring to Baird:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems or a related field

• Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred)
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational data concepts
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for automation and artificial intelligence, with hands‑on experimentation using tools such as Power Automate, Copilot, or large language models
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
• Self‑starter mindset with the ability to take ownership, prioritize effectively, and work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Comfort working collaboratively and in person with cross‑functional teams

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. To learn more, check out this ">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.