2028 Recruitment

I am a rising soph at a non target with 3.9 GPA, 3 internships (Multi-fam RE, REPE, $8 AUM WM) targeting UMM IB. Pretty much have all the technicals down and still need to work on behaviorals. 

I am wondering how much referrals/ connections should I have at each firm in order to have the best chance... as well as how many phone calls per person is standard. 

I would appreciate any thoughts as well as any other advice going into recruiting.

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