Applying IBD FT directly in the US?

I am about to start my MSF degree in mid-July. Currently, I am reaching out to as many alum as possible and I am thinking about applying to IBD position directly for 2019 summer intake. Given that almost all FT offers are given to interns, I feel like it's very hard to land an offer. Are there any banks that usually hire some FT directly either BB, EB, or any? I am targeting NYC primarily and HK/SH as my plan B. Also, I am an international student.

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