Should I leave IB for consulting?

Hello,

a sophomore interning at a BB here. After 7 weeks of training, I realized I do not like finance as much as I thought I did, and I am actually more interested in strategy roles. I see myself working in management / growth analytics in the future. I also did not like working over 70 hours. I know I can do it if I have to, but I would prefer 60-70 more than 80+. I heard consulting has less prestige / exit opportunities so I am a bit concerned about that as well. 

I am an international student and I am a bit concerned about rejecting my junior IB offer to recruit again. I know fewer consulting firms sponsor than IB's, but I also really want to try consulting. Does anyone have any advice? It would be greatly appreciated!

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