About the role#
This internship offers a chance to gain professional experience within the Private Wealth Management team. You will work alongside Financial Advisors to understand their daily responsibilities and contribute to team goals. This is a full-time, on-site position based in our Columbus, Indiana office for the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support Financial Advisors by reviewing reports and conducting research.
- Prepare materials for client meetings and presentations.
- Assist with financial planning and market research projects.
- Handle administrative tasks, answer calls, and address basic client questions.
- Contribute to branch marketing initiatives.
- Process necessary paperwork and documentation.
- Take on additional duties and project support as needed.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field.
- Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Interest in a career within private wealth management.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail.
- Proactive and motivated approach to work.
- Prior experience in an office setting is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Sponsorship: We are not providing sponsorship for employment visa status for this role.
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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