Private Credit vs Private Equity Internship Advice

I am a sophomore at a target university. I got two offers for the 2024 summer internship: a large Private Credit firm with 10B AUM and an MM PE growth/buyout firm with 4B AUM. I am having a hard time deciding which offer to take. Would a Private Credit internship limit my chances for junior summer recruitment for BB or MF PE? I am not exactly sure which career path I will pursue, maybe asset management or PE or HF. Any insight into Private Credit vs Private Equity for sophomore internship? Your advice is greatly appreciated!

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