Question regarding how to get started.

Hi everyone, I am currently in my second year in college. I am just getting started on my research for Grad school. I wanted your inputs on what all should I do. How and where do I find people to write research papers with and all the stuff related which will help me getting admitted to one of the best grad schools for MS in aerospace. #studyabroad #masters #aerospaceengg #AeronauticalEngineering