IB Recruiting - worthwhile to contact analysts and associates?

Trying to break into IB with only a small network, which means I will be doing a lot of cold emailing to alumni, friends of friends, etc. Is it worthwhile to contact and network with junior bankers? Or should I concentrate my efforts on getting in touch with VPs and MDs? Are analysts able to help in any way?

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