Internship – Audio Visual (Year-Round)

Baird • Milwaukee, WI

108d • Onsite

About The Position

About the Role: Our Audio Visual (AV) team is part of our Hospitality team. The Hospitality team is truly the face of Baird. Those who walk in our doors can be assured they will have a professional and unforgettable experience, and that starts with Hospitality. The Hospitality team works together to cover various client-facing reception locations throughout our corporate headquarters, as well as organize and execute nearly 8,000 meetings and events annually. The AV team manages, plans, sets up and troubleshoots for all audio visual and technical needs for in person, virtual and hybrid meetings and events. At Baird, clients come first, and the Hospitality team sets the bar for how they should be treated. This internship requires working full time during the summer, 37.5-40 hours per week, Monday-Friday and working part time during the school semesters, 15-20 hours per week, in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office. We are seeking a local student who can start in May 2026. The Impact You’ll Make: Assist and ensure a smooth operation and flawless meetings and events and identify and implement process improvement in all areas of operation Support equipment set up for small client meetings to large meetings and events and change over rooms with tight turnaround times Shadow AV Support Specialists with production of large events Manage inventory for all equipment throughout the firm Provide exceptional service to internal and external clients in person, over the phone and on video Work with and support our Video team on various projects from video production, videography and editing Gain insight into how Baird operates internally and externally, learn about the businesses and network with associates and clients alike What You’ll Bring to Baird: Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in information technology management, information systems, communication, electronic media, audio production, theater or related degree Anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later Technical aptitude, specifically audio visual experience – laptop connectivity and troubleshooting. Creston knowledge is a plus Interest in AV and developing a career within the AV industry Interest in video production, videography and editing, prior experience is a plus Professional, calm and courteous with a focus on providing excellent client service Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect clearly and professionally with clients and associates and communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel 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 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. #LI-CH1 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 is an employee-owned, international financial services firm specializing in wealth management, capital markets, private equity and asset management. Our mission is straightforward. We strive “to provide the best financial advice and service to our clients and be the best place to work for all.” Our culture is like no other with extraordinary people who make Baird great for our clients and one another. Nationally recognized as a great place to work since 2004, we invite you to learn more about Baird, our culture and our people. Baird is committed to inclusion & diversity for our clients, our associates and the communities where we live and work. This commitment stems from our culture of integrity, genuine concern for others and respect for the individual. We view inclusion & diversity as an ongoing journey – one of shared responsibility, continuous improvement and a focus on progress. We invite you to join us as we work together to foster an environment where diversity unites rather than divides us.

Requirements

• Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in information technology management, information systems, communication, electronic media, audio production, theater or related degree
• Anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later
• Technical aptitude, specifically audio visual experience – laptop connectivity and troubleshooting
• Professional, calm and courteous with a focus on providing excellent client service
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect clearly and professionally with clients and associates and communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Creston knowledge is a plus
• Interest in AV and developing a career within the AV industry
• Interest in video production, videography and editing, prior experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist and ensure a smooth operation and flawless meetings and events and identify and implement process improvement in all areas of operation
• Support equipment set up for small client meetings to large meetings and events and change over rooms with tight turnaround times
• Shadow AV Support Specialists with production of large events
• Manage inventory for all equipment throughout the firm
• Provide exceptional service to internal and external clients in person, over the phone and on video
• Work with and support our Video team on various projects from video production, videography and editing
• Gain insight into how Baird operates internally and externally, learn about the businesses and network with associates and clients alike

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees