Best student job to land an MBB job

Hi 

I am about to start my master's degree in business. I have previously landed an MBB interview. Made it to the final round but unfortunately got a rejection. I want to get another shot at MBB but i am unsure what student job that will maximize my chances to get in. 

I have an offer for a investment banking and a PE student job. The IB job on a student level seems more interesting but i am worried whether it will be good for eventually getting into MBB. What do you guys think? 

Another option would be to go for a lower tier consulting student job. The only issue with that is that it wouldn't serve as a great backup plan if MBB doesn't work out. 

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