Too late to network?

Current sophomore at a non target who’s late to the IB game (was originally going for back office roles). I’m hoping to get a SA role for 2022. Is it too late for me to network starting Monday?

I’m targeting banks such as Stifel, Cantor Fitzgerald, SMBC, and others that haven’t opened apps yet. Any tips/advice on what I should do is deeply appreciated.

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Don't worry on potentially being too late, realistically you've only missed out with on-cycle EB and a few BB at this point--plenty of opportunities remain. Many boutiques and lower MMs don't even start recruiting until late summer or early fall. Regarding advice, I'd begin to source LinkedIns/emails of alums from your school who are at those banks you've listed (as well as other MMs) and then begin to reach out to them over the coming weeks. 

 

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