How to Network Properly and Effectivly

Hello all, Sillyguy 458 here.Im a very socially akward/anxiety person, I have networked with a few Industry leaders In AM, Private Banking and IB. However, I can never turn those into like a referral or an internship opportunity. Im not exactly sure on how to ask for a referral or have a conversation in a way where it's like can you get me an internship. Do you guys have any advice on how to go about converations without flat out being like gimme a referral? Thank yall so much

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