Super Non-Target Recruiting Long-Term

Hey everyone, I am a 20 year old from a super small d3 liberal arts school. I am studying accounting and finance and want to break into private equity in the future, either as soon as possible or down the road. I play baseball and also am founder of an investment club here. I am currently a tax intern and am going into my junior year. I have been self teaching myself everything about private equity and want to know where to learn basics and technicals for free (Youtube, Courses, etc.). I either want to get into a Big 4 or a small PE firm next summer for my internship.

How do I network with no alumni in PE? What should I genuinely do? Any tips would help.

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