Internship – Business Owner Solutions Investment Banking (Louisville, KY Summer 2026)

Are you looking to gain real world experience in a thriving, global financial services firm with an award-winning culture? Consider an internship and start building your career at Baird!

About our intern program:

Our competitive intern program offers interns exposure to the business world and a meaningful work experience. Interns are treated as valuable team members while learning from experienced professionals in a collaborative, fun and dynamic environment. Baird's summer intern program is a robust experience that includes an Intern Welcome Event, professional development and networking with leaders and associates. Our interns have the opportunity to use a Baird Gives Back Day, a paid day to volunteer in the community. Our mentor program gives interns an opportunity to network throughout Baird and learn about all the areas of the firm. To learn more, check out this video.

About Business Owner Solutions: Our Business Owner Solutions group provides M&A and transition planning services to lower middle-market and emerging companies. A Business Owner Solutions Intern plays a critical role in supporting the group’s Analysts/Associates in providing merger and acquisition services for the firm’s sell-side lower middle-market business clients. Learn more about our Business Owner Solutions team here. 

Internship Location, Availability, and Hours: Located in our Louisville office, interns must be able to work full time during the summer, 40 hours per week. We are seeking a student who can start the end of May 2026.

As a Business Owner Solutions Intern, you will:

• Gain hands on, real-world experience across a variety of M&A assignments

• Analyze financial information, build financial models, conduct industry research, and create exhibits for marketing memoranda

• Develop your skills through broad exposure to both junior and senior team members and clients on a daily basis

• Organize and manage multiple tasks and assignments in a fast-paced work environment

What we look for:

• Candidates with a strong academic record and an interest in Finance (Accounting, Business Economics and Finance concentration preferred but not mandatory); Targeting a graduation date of December 2026 - May 2028

• A general understanding of financial statements and the valuations of public and private businesses

• Superior analytical skills, financial acumen and strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet specific deadlines

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel & PowerPoint

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and reliability with a drive for continuous improvement

• A strong work ethic, desire to work in a fast-paced professional environment, and the ability to learn quickly

• Some experience in a business setting preferred

What makes this opportunity great:

• An intern will gain relevant experience alongside the junior banking team in a variety of M&A transaction areas, from preparation of pitch materials to observing the execution phase by senior team members

• We provide a unique culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing teamwork and a strong sense partnership

• An intern will achieve professional development by working with lean advisory teams which will provide greater responsibility and daily interaction with senior team members and clients

Baird is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

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