Internship – Marketing (Year-Round)

Baird; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Baird in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Marketing Intern to join a dynamic team. This hybrid internship combines four days in the downtown office with one remote day, and requires full-time summer hours (37.5-40 per week) with part-time hours during school semesters.

Start date is May 2027. You'll support marketing collateral, digital marketing, content creation, and data analytics across business units, gaining exposure to advertising, communications, and market research while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, business administration or related degree
• Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
• Completed coursework in marketing, communications, advertising, public relations or business writing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with professional tone
• Skilled in writing, editing, proofreading and basic design
• Organizational excellence with ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work
• Motivation, proactivity and willingness to learn
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Prior marketing experience is preferred
• Experience with marketing analytics tools (Google Analytics, email marketing) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support the marketing needs of our business units across traditional collateral and digital marketing
• Prepare and review letters, flyers, emails, bylined articles, web content and brochures
• Assist with developing and reviewing internal and external communication
• Conduct research for competitive analysis, advertising, media relations and marketing
• Collect and assess data analytics across digital marketing channels
• Coordinate and work on projects across multiple creative services teams
• Perform other duties to support team and firm projects

Skills

Marketing

Communications

Writing

Editing

Organization

Customer service

Education

Marketing/Communications degree

Tools

Google Analytics

Microsoft Office

Email marketing

Job description

About The Role

The Marketing team works with the firm and business unit managers to plan and implement strategic marketing and communications plans and programs. They conduct and oversee competitor and client research for the purpose of understanding our key markets and clients. They also review, evaluate and activate advertising, community involvement and sponsorship opportunities. This intern works directly with the Marketing team to plan, develop and implement programs to effectively communicate Baird's messages both internally and externally.

The Marketing team works with the firm and business unit managers to plan and implement strategic marketing and communications plans and programs. They conduct and oversee competitor and client research for the purpose of understanding our key markets and clients. They also review, evaluate and activate advertising, community involvement and sponsorship opportunities. This intern works directly with the Marketing team to plan, develop and implement programs to effectively communicate Baird's messages both internally and externally. This is a hybrid internship, working four days per week in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office and one day 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 May 2027.

The Impact You’ll Make

• Support the marketing needs of our business units, which take on many different forms including traditional marketing collateral and advertising, digital marketing (social media, email, digital advertising) and website maintenance
• Prepare and review letters, flyers, emails, bylined articles, web content and brochures to support the marketing and promotional activities of our business units
• Assist with developing and reviewing internal and external communication
• Conduct research for competitive analysis, advertising, media relations and marketing purposes
• Collect and assess data analytics across various digital marketing channels
• Coordinate and work on projects across multiple creative services teams within the Marketing & Communications Department
• Perform other duties in support of team, department and firm projects and activities

What You’ll Bring To Baird

• Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, business administration or related degree
• Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
• Completed coursework in one or more of the following: marketing, communications, advertising, public relations or business writing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect clearly and professionally
• Skilled in writing, editing, proofing and basic design
• Organizational excellence, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate strong attention to detail and ensure high-quality and on-time delivery
• High level of motivation, proactivity and strategic thinking, with a strong commitment to learning and contributing effectively
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service to clients and associates
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Prior marketing experience is preferred
• Experience with marketing analytics tools (Google Analytics, email marketing) is a plus
• Interest in or prior experience/coursework in finance or financial markets is a plus but not necessary

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