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)

Thanks

 

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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