Internship - Public Finance (Louisville, KY Summer 2027)

About the Role:

The 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 June 2027.

The Impact Youll Make:

• Actively participate as a member of the team and fully engage in meaningful tasks and projects

• Complete market research and analysis 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 economics or related degree

• Anticipated graduation date of December 2027 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