Can I break into Trading

Hey Guys, 

I attend a non target school and have roughly a 3.7 gpa. I was originally aspiring to be a nurse but had a change of heart and I really want to pursue a career in business, particularly, Sales and Trading Instead. I am currently a rising Senoir and have roughly 2 internships at very small Private Equity companies and am wondering If I have a shot at breaking into sales and trading. Im very new to the field and wondering if I should shoot for maybe an easier position instead given my current situation. I feel I am at a disadvantage because I am not a finance major but wondering if their is still a shot because I have internship experience. Wondering how I should go about this process. Any advice would help!!!

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