What to do as a graduate with a 2.5?

Hey all. I graduated in may with a 2.5GPA from a non target, I have internships in big 4 consulting and corporate finance but nothing in IB. Realistically what are my options. Should I even bother applying to the 2019 analyst programs at BB's? What role could I realistically apply for that would help me transition to IB later on?(Real estate, PWM, Asset Management, Finance and Business,.... JPM has like 20 different programs)

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Going to be next to impossible. Most realistic shot at getting into banking is going to get an MBA in a few years (aim for really high GMAT) and then try to enter as an associate. In meantime, B4 consulting, a non-IB position at a BB, or something similar would be good, and if you can get a mid 700 on the GMAT, you may have a shot at some top 20 MBA programs, especially if there's a semi-decent reason your GPA is that low.

 
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