Big 4 vs Unpaid REPE Internship

Hi guys, I recently received an offer to intern at a Big 4 for this summer in NYC, but I also just got invited to interview for a Unpaid REPE firm (also in NYC). As a freshman, I believe any experience is valuable. But when I have an offer on the line for a company that has a name and is willing to pay me, the unpaid internship doesn't seem as exciting, despite it being far more relevant experience for someone trying to break into IB. Thoughts?

Big 4 vs REPE

Big 4
67% (2 votes)
REPE
33% (1 vote)
Total votes: 3
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