Operations, Commissions & Advisory Billing (Year-Round)

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 Cares Day, a paid day to volunteer in the community. They are also eligible to apply for scholarships. 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 video.

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.

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 local student who can start as soon as March/April 2025.

As an Operations – Commissions & Advisory Billing Intern you will:

• Assist with processing commissions statements
• Use technology tools to build process automation and improve commissions processes
• Work with financial services operational systems and technology
• Participate in daily team meetings and collaborate across the firm to help ensure highly efficient customer service
• Work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Receive firsthand mentoring and training

What we look for:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, business analytics, economics, information technology management, information systems, or related degree preferred
• Anticipated graduation date of May 2026 or later
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and manage priorities to meet specific deadlines
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail
• Strong client service, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills
• Interest in technology such as coding (ex. SQL, VBA) and visualization tools (ex. PowerBI) a plus