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Internship – Private Wealth Management (Dayton, OH Summer 2026)
full-time•Dayton
About this role
About the Role:
Our Private Wealth Management interns gain real-world, meaningful work experience, are treated as valuable team members and have the ability to directly contribute to the success of the team. Interns apply knowledge gained in the classroom to develop relevant professional experience while creating meaningful relationships and will obtain first-hand experience into the day in the life of successful Financial Advisors and their teams.
This internship requires working full time during the summer, 37.5-40 hours per week, Monday-Friday in our Dayton, OH office. We are seeking a student who can start in May 2026.
The Impact You’ll Make:
Support various projects from Financial Advisors (i.e. review reports and conduct research)
Prepare for client meetings and presentations
Assist with financial planning and market research
Handle admin tasks, calls and basic client questions
Contribute to branch marketing initiatives
Process paperwork and documents
Perform other duties and project support as needed
What You’ll Bring to Baird:
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in finance, business or related degree preferred
Anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later
Interest in financial services and developing a career in private wealth management
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
Prior experience in an office setting is preferred
About Our Intern Program:
Jumpstart your career with Baird’s high-impact summer intern program! You’ll 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, you’ll 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.
What you'll do
- Interns will support various projects from Financial Advisors, prepare for client meetings, and assist with financial planning and market research. They will also handle administrative tasks and contribute to branch marketing initiatives.
About 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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