Internship - Accounting/Finance (Year-Round)
Internship - Accounting/Finance (Year-Round)
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About the Role:
Bairds Corporate Accounting and Finance team provides accurate and timely financial information to aid in the management of the firm and support strategic decision-making. Finance has a track record of success with interns across their various teams all of who have the ability to directly contribute to the success of the department. Interns apply business knowledge gained in the classroom to develop relevant professional experience while developing meaningful more about the team here.
See below for a current list of internship opportunities available on our Corporate Accounting & Finance department:
- Financial Reporting & Regulatory (3) This team is critical to the continued financial success of the firm through their ability to provide accurate and timely reporting of Bairds financial results. The team ensures the firm financial results activity and data is recorded accurately in accordance with accounting finance and regulatory principles. The team is primarily responsible for managing the monthly financial close process to provide key financial information external parties and to firm senior management regarding the financial health of the firm.
- Financial Planning & Analysis (1) The team monitors the financial performance of Bairds businesses and using key metrics and operating results provides financial analysis and advice to assist with operating and strategic addition to current results FP&A prepares forward-looking information including the budget to illustrate future trends in the business. The team works with other Baird departments gathering information to evaluate trends and business opportunities.
This is located onsite at our downtown Milwaukee office. 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 as soon as November 2025 or May/April 2026.
The Impact Youll Make:
- Assist with the monthly close process which may include journal entries variance analysis and reconciliations
- Compile financial information for internal and external reporting. May also assist in the budgeting process
- Prepare operational reports and presentations
- Maintain and document policies and procedures
- Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
- Assist with training of other interns
What Youll Bring to Baird:
- Pursuing a bachelors or masters degree in accounting finance economics or a related business degree
- Anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively as a team player
- Ability to work independently manage priorities and meet specific deadlines
- Strong attention to detail accuracy and reliability with a drive for continuous improvement
- Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
About Our Intern Program:
Jumpstart your career with Bairds high-impact summer intern program! Youll 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 youll 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.
Baird is committed to diversity and provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy citizenship national origin age disability military service veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information or any other status protected by law.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
