When to start networking/reaching out for MM IB internships in sophomore summer?

Hi all, incoming sophomore at a target school. Currently have multiple IB/PE internships under my belt and wondering when to start networking/reaching out for MM IB internships next summer. Would love to know how this process works and how you all navigated through it.

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