Is sophomore spring semester too late to break into banking jobs?

I'm a sophomore/Year 2 student taking Risk Management Business Intelligence major in Hong Kong. After thinking some more about my career aspirations, I would like to try out a career in investment banking/consulting first. Of course, I know recruiting for these roles starts extremely early, and so I would like to know if it's too late for me to pursue a career in this industry.

I think I'm in a target school, looking at how many graduates who enter investment banks/hedge funds/consulting. My university is especially famous for the business school, which I am in now, though I was originally going to take a science major. My previous internships and experiences are mostly focused on software engineering, with only one experience in working finance-related role at a club.

I just want honest feedback for the possibilities of breaking into an investment bank. Is it possible for me?

 

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