Not getting SA offers, now what?

I know we're in the mist of application season but I'm worried that I wouldn't get a single offer from any bank with a reputable name. I want to know what's the next best course of action to increase my chances of getting into IB as I approach my 3rd year if I don't get a 2024 offer. 

My uni offers placement years, so I've already changed to a 4-year degree (a year in placement). I've nearly exhausted all current apps open by major banks for SA applications so it's a bit risky if I apply to them again for placement years/spring week conversion. 

I'm thinking of only applying to places for placement-years/spring week that have already rejected me for SA applications. 

If I don't get anything, I plan on cold emailing smaller firms but I fear that working for a no-name bank will hurt my chances for graduate programs when I apply during my financial year. 

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