Equity Research Analyst intern

Job Description

Internship – Equity Research Analyst (Summer 2027) | Baird

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Baird, located in Milwaukee, WI. Baird’s Equity Capital Markets group is comprised of more than 500 professionals specializing in research, institutional sales and trading, and investment banking. The company delivers high-quality, objective research in sectors where clients seek timely, actionable insights. This role matters because interns gain real-world, meaningful work experience, are treated as valuable team members, and directly contribute to the department’s success. The program also serves as an excellent gateway to a rewarding career, with a strong track record of converting summer interns into successful full-time hires.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Milwaukee, WI

• Team: Focused industry group, works closely with Analysts
• Mission: Play an integral role in the research process by providing quantitative support for industry- and company-specific research.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Research Process: Play an integral role in the research process.
• Team Collaboration: Join a focused industry group and work closely with Analysts.
• Data Expertise: Collect industry data and provide a deep level of expertise in a sector that helps clients to decide where to invest.
• Reporting: Write reports and communicate findings.
• Client Engagement: Interact directly with covered company management (CEOs, CFOs) and discuss research findings with Sales & Trading associates and institutional clients.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program, with a graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Experience: A track record of proven academic excellence.
• Skills: Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills; ability to work within a team and on a self-directed basis; advanced computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Bonus: Finance/Accounting degree strongly preferred.