I know family friends at the BB level really only get you a first round interview and really have no weight getting you a job.
But my dad's friend is close with someone that's a founder of a boutique IB firm. I'm just looking for something for my sophomore summer. Can this get me an offer? Or still just a first round?
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If you can get the first round you can get the offer bud. Get in there.
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