Breaking in Post-MBA

Hey there, 

Current HBS rising second year (with first year honors), just spent a summer working at a good pe fund ($10B AUM) and spent entire summer on a deal getting real experience. Spent 4 years at MBB firm before that. Went in knowing they don't hire post-MBA associates. Any advice on finding an associate seat in NYC at something moderately respectable? Am I DOA with this background?

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