Freshman Search Fund Internship

Hi I'm currently a freshman at a target school and recently got offered a private equity internship at a search fund. Wondering how helpful it would be if my goal is a sophomore year internship in i banking or private equity? Thanks

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I worked for a search fund last summer and was able to get a lot of valuable experience. I've heard the other way around, so I think it depends who the person you're working under. I lucked out as the guy I worked for helped me network through his connections and prepped me a lot for interviews. It was also one of the key talking points in my interviews and networking.

 

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