Internship - Investment Banking Analyst, GP Solutions (New York, Summer 2027)

Baird

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Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Washington, District of Columbia

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Smart Summary

Interns will assist in the preparation of financial models, marketing materials, and client presentations while managing investors throughout the capital raise process. They will gain exposure to live GP-led transaction deal activity and work closely with mid-level and senior management.

Baird is looking for motivated students currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program, with a graduation date in winter 2027 or spring 2028, for their Investment Banking Analyst Internship. The internship involves assisting with financial models, client presentations, investor management, and research, requiring strong mathematical, writing, and verbal skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Financial Models

Research

Analytical Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Diligence

Client Presentations

Capital Raise

Transaction Exposure

Collaboration

Due Diligence

Market Analysis

Presentation Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Work Ethic

Job Description

High-Profile Deals, Major Growth, the Right People Behind You. Grow Far at Baird.

Baird offers a different kind of start to a career in investment banking, built on high-performing teams and a culture that supports your growth. Here, you’ll build skills through real transactions, close collaboration with peers and mentors and a culture focused on shared success.​

Join a Team Leading Momentum in GP-Led Solutions

Since launching in late 2022, Baird’s Global GP Solutions Group has quickly set itself apart by delivering outstanding results and expanding its advisory footprint at an exceptional pace. This opportunity will provide exposure to one of the fastest-growing areas in private markets through the lens of a market leading platform. Learn more.

Summer 2027 Analyst Internship Program
Our competitive intern program is a robust 10-week experience that offers real transaction exposure and a meaningful work experience. Interns are valuable team members who learn from experienced professionals in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Located in our New York office, interns must be flexible to work full-time during the summer. Significant hours are required.

What You’ll Do​

  • Assist in the preparation of financial models, company marketing materials and client presentations
  • Manage investors throughout the capital raise process including by helping to facilitate their diligence
  • Perform research and various analyses in support of thematic publications and new business generation
  • Gain exposure to live GP-led transaction deal activity
  • Work closely with mid-level and senior management to support execution of GP-led secondary transactions for key financial sponsor relationships
  • Hone your skills by working closely with sponsor clients, secondary investors and Baird’s sector and product teams on a variety of GP-led transactions
  • Learn analytical skills through broad exposure to both junior and senior bankers, that will prepare you for a full-time career in investment banking

What You’ll Gain​

  • Contribute to every stage of a transaction, from conducting research to facilitating due diligence​
  • Gain insight into how teams collaborate across geographies, sectors and specialties to support client objectives​
  • Take on meaningful responsibility and contribute to conversations with investor and corporate management clients around the world​
  • Grow in a culture built on respect and shared values, where ambition and collaboration go hand-in-hand and hard work is recognized through opportunity​

What It Takes​

  • Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program required with a graduation date of winter 2027 or spring 2028
  • A candidate energized by learning, teamwork and real responsibility​
  • Proven academic record and a passion for finance (a finance degree is helpful, but not required)​
  • Drive, resilience and a strong work ethic​
  • Ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative setting​
  • Strong mathematical, writing and verbal skills; relevant software proficiency​

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Base Salary: $110,000 (pro-rated for summer program)

Interested? Complete the Suited Assessment and Apply Today

As part of our application process and to be considered for our Summer 2027 Analyst Internship Program, you must complete the Suited assessment. Sign up and complete here. Your Baird application is not complete until you submit the assessment.

For questions and additional information, contact:

Baird Global Investment Banking Recruiting

ibrecruiting@rwbaird.com

Visit our U.S. Internship Program page for FAQs. Learn more about our platform at www.BairdGlobalInvestmentBanking.com.

Baird is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status. Learn more about our internship programs and review frequently asked questions.

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.

Baird

Since 1919, Baird has guided families, businesses, communities and institutions toward their financial goals. Being privately held enables us to prioritize long-term planning and investment – for our clients and the firm – without having to weigh those against the quarterly expectations of outside shareholders. Today Baird offers wealth management, investment banking, asset management, fixed income and equity sales and trading, equity research, public finance and private equity services. This balance of cyclical and counter-cyclical businesses provides financial strength and stability across market environments and enables us to consistently reinvest in our ability to serve clients. We manage or oversee more than $525 billion in client assets and employ more than 5,300 Associates around the world. And, because nearly 85% of our associates are Baird stockholders, you can trust we all share a personal stake in your success. For more than 20 consecutive years, Baird has been one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®, making us a workplace of choice for some of the most talented, passionate people in financial services. It also enables us to emphasize cultural compatibility in those we hire, many of whom stay their entire careers. All of this helps ensure the quality and consistency of our advice for clients and the timeless values that make the Baird Difference every day for our clients, our Associates and the communities we share. For more information, please visit https://www.rwbaird.com/bairddifference/.

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