Should I lateral now? Analyst for 6 months

I was an intern for like 6 months before being promoted to a full time analyst at this small boutique IB. A close contact wanted me to take an internship at this hedge fund in the area. (I am in a grad program as well). My end goal is to get to buyside or something similar (ER, etc). Should I take the internship even though it almost feels a step back? 

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