About Baird

Founded in 1919, Baird has more than 4,500 associates and offices in Europe and the United States. We deliver investment banking, private equity and equity research services to institutions and corporations around the world.

Our unique culture was founded on the values of integrity, transparency, teamwork and putting our clients first, principles that underpin our strong relationships with our clients and our communities to this day.

Being privately held and employee-owned allows to us focus squarely on our clients' needs. And, our recognition as a great place to work enables us to attract and retain exceptional professionals who share a passion for delivering great outcomes for our clients.

About Baird Global Investment Banking

With our mid-market focus, deep expertise and unique team approach, Baird's Global Investment Banking group provides comprehensive and global M&A, debt advisory and equity financing services to companies, entrepreneurs, and private equity and venture capital firms around the world.

Our European team operates across a range of industries and subsectors but specialises in the Consumer, Healthcare, Industrial, and Technology & Services sectors.

Our in-depth industry and product knowledge, combined with extensive transaction experience and global financial sponsor coverage, enable us to consistently achieve high-quality, successful outcomes for our clients.

This PAID internship is offered for a duration of 3 months and will start run from April to June 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Support with the preparation of marketing materials for pitches, buy- and sell-side transactions, and other client meetings
• Prepare company valuations and financial analyses using a variety of valuation methodologies
• Perform company and market research and prepare accompanying analyses
• Assist deal-teams with the execution of live buy- and sell-side transactions

Qualifications

• Excellent academic record from a top-tier university
• High level of motivation and capacity for teamwork
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and German
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Passion for excellence and attention to detail
• Experience in M&A or other financial services is preferential

Additional Information

• Internships are offered for a duration of 3 months
• Successful interns will be considered for full-time positions to join the incoming Analyst class
• Intern positions are filled on a rolling basis therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible

To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter and references. If uploading multiple files, please drag and drop them under the 'Resume / Cover Letter' tab.

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.