What Should I Do? (No Offer)

I learned about IB a bit late and wasn't able to land a SA 2025 internship offer. I interviewed at WF but unfortunately fumbled some of the questions. I graduate in May of 2026 and don't want to extend my schooling until 2027 or try to jump right into an MBA. Is there anyone that could give me some advice on how I could still start in IB out of undergrad?

 

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