Internship – Business Coordinator (Year-Round)

Baird; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Baird's Equity Research Operations team is seeking a Business Coordinator Intern to support efficiency, process improvement and innovation. You’ll collaborate with experienced analysts to back operational initiatives and help advance the department’s goals in a dynamic environment.

This hybrid internship in downtown Milwaukee requires full-time summer work (37.5-40 hours/week) and part-time during the school year (15-20 hours/week).

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree - all majors are encouraged to apply.
• Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later.
• Ability to work within a team and on a self-directed basis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with associates at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support operational initiatives that drive efficiency, process improvement and innovation.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals and research analysts to enhance team performance and client output.
• Assist with department initiatives and projects including coverage lists, marketing materials and data sourcing.
• Complete other administrative tasks, as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree

Job description

About The Role

Join Baird’s Equity Research Operations team as a Business Coordinator Intern and contribute to a collaborative group that drives efficiency, process improvement and innovation. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and equity research analysts to support key operational initiatives and help advance the department’s strategic goals. This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic, high‑performing environment.

This is a hybrid internship, working 3 days per week in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office and 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. We are seeking a local student who can start in June 2027.

The Impact You’ll Make

• Support operational initiatives that drive efficiency, process improvement and innovation across the Equity Research department
• Collaborate with experienced professionals and research analysts to enhance team performance and client output
• Assist with department initiatives and projects including coverage lists, marketing materials and data sourcing
• Complete other administrative tasks, as needed

What You’ll Bring To Baird

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree - all majors are encouraged to apply
• Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
• Ability to work within a team and on a self‑directed basis
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with associates at all levels, both verbally and in writing
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment

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.