Internship – Public Finance (Louisville, KY Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Louisville, KY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Role:
Our Public Finance team provides underwriting advisory placement agent and consulting services to support the financing needs of municipalities public/private schools charter schools states and government agencies as well as nonprofits developers and institutions of higher learning. The Public Finance intern will learn about Bairds Public Finance team and how they partner with their clients. They will also obtain first-hand experience by working closely with Public Finance Bankers.
This internship requires working full time during the summer 37.5-40 hours per week Monday-Friday in our downtown Louisville KY office. We are seeking a student who can start in May 2026.
The Impact Youll Make:
Actively participate as a member of the team and fully engage in meaningful tasks and projects
Complete market research and study economic trends
Collect and compile financial and operating data for clients
Learn about and support the deal process while ensuring compliance with industry rules and regulations
Gain knowledge of Public Finance and how to structure debt and perform credit analysis
Maintain up to date client debt profiles
Proofread and edit written material for correct grammar spelling punctuation and content
Answer incoming calls and inquiries and provide information or route calls to the appropriate team member
Attend client-facing engagements with Public Finance Bankers
What Youll Bring to Baird:
Pursuing a bachelors degree in finance or related degree
Anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to connect clearly and professionally with clients and associates
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
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Prior internship or experience in an office setting is preferred
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
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
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