Past internship requirements to get interview for BB/EB FT programmes (London)

I have a query about past internship experience required in order to get called for interviews for full-time analyst programmes at bulge brackets and the top boutiques in London.

Realistically, is it necessary to have done an internship with one of these banks previously in order to be considered? i.e. if applying to a bulge bracket, is it necessary to have completed an internship at another bulge bracket or top boutique?

Or would an internship with a MM bank be considered sufficient?

Any insights much appreciated!

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