Any advice for my course of action?

Hey all, currently a freshman finishing up his first year at a target school (GPA 3.8+) that had some relevant internships throughout the school year (small PE firm + small boutique investment banking firm) with offers lined up for summer and fall this year as well. How should I approach networking for the upcoming summer 2025 cycle for top BBs/EBs/MMs? When's the best time to reachout? From what I've heard I shouldnt be reaching out right now since a lot of bankers are getting last minute networking calls and reaching out July is also when the incoming class is getting training. Thanks in advance for the advice all — will keep my progress posted.

 

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