Would a poor interview performance kill future chances at the same firm?

Hi everyone,

I am considering applying to GS GIR at a really busy period in my current job. I may not even have time to prepare if GS calls me up for an interview. But such vacancies don't open up often, and I want to give it a shot if there's no downside.

My question is - if I do badly at the interview this time, would the bad impression affect my chances with the same GS GIR team in the future? (say if I apply again next year). Should I avoid applying, until I'm confident of not messing up the interview too badly?

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