Struggling to get invites - advice?

Haven’t been having much luck getting invited to processes—only in two right now. I know most processes have already started, and a lot of spots are filling up. Been networking hard, sending tons of emails, and have solid technical prep, but still not seeing much traction.

For context, I’m a sophomore at a non-target, but I’ve had solid finance experience (PE/AM) and have been very focused on IB recruiting. Wondering if I should pivot my approach or if I just need to keep grinding.

Also, would appreciate any insights on which firms I should be targeting at this stage—especially ones that are still open or might be later in the cycle. Any advice would be really helpful. Thanks!

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Partially joking, have some fun man.

"Didn't you literally post", obviously I did, and you know that because you looked lol. I also agree that's pretty low level, but at least it's not hardo. Intern and curious for a reason fam.

 

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