Can I break into IB realistically?

Currently graduating non-target in may with a 3.5gpa. Accepted roll at a BB internal audit for a rotational. I also have previous wealth management experience in a different BB bank from a summer internship. I want to get into a top mba to springboard into IBD or Consulting but what are my chances here realistically? More importantly, what advice can you give me to help me progress out of IA and into something FO. HELP!!!

 

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