Entry Level advice for MBA student from a non-target school?

I would like to know what jobs/internships I should pursue while completing my degree as well as what the best finance career paths are for a non target school MBA graduate. I have a 3.94 GPA; I’ll be graduating in about a year and a half. I have some limited accounting experience and no finance experience. I chose to switch careers in my mid 20’s. Thank you for your time and advice.

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