Internship – Public Relations (Year-Round)

Baird • Milwaukee, WI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

An effective media relations program is vital to Baird’s strong brand, advances Baird’s business priorities and contributes to our commitment to being a great place to work. The Public Relations intern works directly with Baird’s Public Relations team, supports the internal Communications team and collaborates with associates in the Marketing & Communications Department to plan, develop and implement programs to effectively communicate and measure progress of Baird’s brand both internally and externally.
This is a hybrid internship, working four days per week in our downtown Milwaukee, WI office and one day remote. The intern must be able to work full time during the summer, 37.5-40 hours per week, and work part time during the school semesters, 15-20 hours per week. We are seeking a local student who can start in May 2027.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, business analytics or related degree
• Anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later
• Completed course work in one or more of the following: public relations, journalism, communications
• Passion for working with the media and communicating through written word
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect clearly and professionally
• Skilled in writing, editing and proofing
• 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
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Critical Mention, Cision or another media-monitoring service is a plus
• Prior PR experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Track coverage across Baird’s earned media program and properly measure impact against key business and firm strategies
• Assist with Baird’s overall media relations efforts, helping create news releases and other media correspondence, developing media lists, coordinating reprints
• Support the generation of PR and Communications reports by leveraging dashboards from trackers
• Partner with operations on strategic initiatives to support continuous improvement projects across Corporate Communications
• Coordinate relevant news postings to Baird’s websites and social media accounts
• Conduct research for media relations purposes
• Prioritize media inquiries and fulfill reporter requests
• Manage the creation and execution of internal news stories
• Assist with communications and media relations efforts for community involvement and sponsorship opportunities as appropriate (ex. Baird Gives Back Week)
• Actively participate in monthly Public Relations team and Marketing & Communications department meetings and internal client meetings
• Help ensure public relations approach and messages are consistent with Baird’s practices, culture and brand
• Perform other duties in support of team, department and firm projects and activities

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern