About the role#
The Marketing team works with business unit managers to plan and implement strategic communications and programs. As an intern, you will work directly with this team to develop and carry out initiatives that communicate Baird’s messages both internally and externally. This role involves conducting research on competitors and clients to better understand key markets.
What you'll do#
- Support marketing needs including traditional collateral, advertising, digital marketing, and website maintenance.
- Prepare and review letters, flyers, emails, bylined articles, web content, and brochures.
- Assist with developing and reviewing internal and external communications.
- Conduct research for competitive analysis, media relations, and marketing purposes.
- Collect and assess data analytics across digital marketing channels.
- Coordinate projects across multiple creative services teams.
- Perform other duties in support of team, department, and firm projects.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or a related field with an anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later.
- Completed coursework in marketing, communications, advertising, public relations, or business writing.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in writing, editing, proofing, and basic design.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with organizational excellence.
- High level of motivation, proactivity, and strategic thinking.
- Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Prior marketing experience is preferred, and experience with marketing analytics tools or an interest in financial markets is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid role based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You will work from the office four days per week and remotely one day per week.
- The internship begins in May 2027.
- You must be able to work full time during the summer (37.5 to 40 hours per week) and part time during school semesters (15 to 20 hours per week).
- This position is paid.
- Baird does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status for this position.
About Baird
Baird is a financial services firm founded in 1919. Based in Milwaukee, the company provides wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and equity research services. It operates as a privately held organization with over 5,700 employees. The firm manages or oversees more than 560 billion dollars in client assets.
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