Investment Banking Summer Associate — Real Deal Experience

Baird; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Baird's 10-week Summer 2026 Internship in Charlotte, NC offers interns meaningful responsibility from day one, working alongside senior bankers and clients to gain hands-on deal experience.

The program seeks 1st Year MBA candidates graduating winter 2027 or spring 2028, with strong leadership, analytical and communication skills, and a collaborative attitude; significant hours are expected during the summer.

Qualifications

• MBA candidate with strong analytical and leadership abilities.
• Proven communication skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn quickly in a collaborative environment.
• 3–5 years of work experience; investment banking exposure helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide execution support for public equity offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and other advisory services.
• Lead valuation work, financial models, and client presentations; perform industry research.
• Grow skills by working with senior bankers and management across various transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

MBA candidate (1st Year, graduating winter 2027 or spring 2028)

Job description

Baird's 10-week Summer 2026 Internship in Charlotte, NC offers interns meaningful responsibility from day one, working alongside senior bankers and clients to gain hands-on deal experience.

The program seeks 1st Year MBA candidates graduating winter 2027 or spring 2028, with strong leadership, analytical and communication skills, and a collaborative attitude; significant hours are expected during the summer.