Getting the foot in the door - Investment Banking

Hey! Just looking for some advice on how to break into Investment Banking. I am a third year business student and recently switched my major to Finance. I have always been good with financial statements and have aced all of my Accounting and Finance classes so far. I have also had the chance to meet and network with a few VCs and am leaning towards furthering my knowledge in Private Equity as well. Looking for some advice and tips on how to build a good foundation in order to break into Investment Banking. Thanks! 

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