Should I take an off on Day 2?

I'm starting a summer internship at a large hedge fund, but my university graduation ceremony falls on the second day of the program. The ceremony is in another city, so attending would mean requesting a day off almost immediately after starting. Should I skip graduation and go to work, or is it reasonable to ask for the time off? How would this be perceived by the team?

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People did this during my summer at a large MMHF, its fine.

 

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