Best way to contact a recruiter regarding an interview status update?

So I have an offer from BB firm for a wholesale banking internship in NY, but I am more interested in purusing an internship in IB. I have about four more days to confirm my status regarding the BB firm offer (unless I ask for extended time).

However, I also have two potential offers that I can receive. I have an interview coming up with another BB firm for their commercial banking program, and I have received notice that my resume has been sent for further consideration at a top boutique IB firm.

I have already emailed the boutique IB firm's recruiter twice to see if I am selected for an interview to no response. I'm thinking about texting the recuiter on their personal cell since it is pretty urgent.

So my question is, how do I contact the recruiter without coming off as pushy? Is it okay to reach them on their cell?

Also a bonus question:

Would it be better for me to accept a wholesale banking internship at BB firm in NY, or wait for an interview for boutique firm? My interest is investment banking. I was thinking that the reputation and location from the BB firm is good for my resume, and maybe I could move into their IB program in about 2 years through networking. Or should I gun for the IB internship from the boutique firm, even though it is lower reputation and not guaranteed.

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Picking up the phone is always best if that's an option. Give them a call and simply ask for an update on the applications.

 

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